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SHAF B. HOLDEN MD
NPI 1518161397
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Huntsville, AL

Active since June 13, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
201 SIVLEY RD SW, SUITE300, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801(256) 265-0255(256) 533-3379 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 25, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

About Shaf B. Holden Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

SHAF B. HOLDEN MD (NPI 1518161397) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Huntsville, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (25025) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518161397
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameSHAF B. HOLDENCredential: MD
Location Address201 SIVLEY RD SW, SUITE300Huntsville, AL 35801-5134
Mailing Address930 Franklin St SeHuntsville, AL 35801-4312 · (256) 519-8272 · Fax (256) 519-8327
Phone(256) 265-0255
Fax(256) 533-3379
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateJune 13, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 25, 2015
✔ NPI 1518161397 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 25025
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
201 SIVLEY RD SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Shaf B. Holden Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2769537943
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090911000620
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
55 services55 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
50 services49 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
27 services27 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
26 services26 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
26 services23 patients
Exclusion of appendage of left upper chamber of heart performed during other procedure on chest 33268
This is a procedure done on the heart's left upper chamber (atrium). The small pouch-like appendage is sealed off during another chest procedure. This is done to reduce the risk of blood clots forming and causing strokes.
25 services25 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35801 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$161.63 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $40.40 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Patient Centered Surgical Risk Assessment and Communication for Cardiac Surgery
Percentage of patients age 18 and older undergoing a non-emergency risk modeled cardiac surgery procedure that had personalized risk assessment using the STS risk calculator and discussed those risks with the surgeon.
1%136 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
99%169 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$20.17 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$119.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. ANKUR JINDAL M.D
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
201 SIVLEY RD SW, SUITE 440
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 265-0780
SHEA BREWER NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
201 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 265-2895
LIZABETH M HARDEN MD PC
Internal Medicine
201 SIVLEY RD SW, SUITE 550
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 551-6526
DR. LIZABETH MAYA HARDEN M.D.
Internal Medicine
201 SIVLEY RD SW, SUITE 550
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 551-6526
DR. DEEPAK KATYAL MD
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
201 SIVLEY RD SW, SUITE 400
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 265-2895
DR. MELL BURRESS WELBORN III M.D.
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
201 SIVLEY RD SW, SUITE 530
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 265-7480
DR. JAMES ROBERT LANCASTER M.D.
Surgery
201 SIVLEY RD SW, SUITE 320
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 536-7840
AKSHAI JANAKIRAM VITHESWARAN M.D.
Hospitalist
201 SIVLEY RD SW, STE.500
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 519-8362

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Shaf Holden's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shaf Holden is 1518161397. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2007.

Where is Shaf Holden located?

Shaf Holden practices at 201 Sivley Rd SW Suite300, Huntsville, AL 35801. The listed phone number is (256) 265-0255.

What is Shaf Holden's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Shaf Holden enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shaf Holden is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Shaf Holden accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and 3 other insurers list Shaf Holden as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shaf Holden was last updated on February 25, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.