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DR. STEPHEN DAMIEN SHIELDS M.D.
NPI 1548480858
Emergency Medicine in Newark, NJ

Active since April 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
201 LYONS AVE, NEWARK, NJ 07112(973) 926-7000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 27, 2026.

About Dr. Stephen Damien Shields M.d. NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN DAMIEN SHIELDS M.D. (NPI 1548480858) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Newark, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (PENDING) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548480858
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN DAMIEN SHIELDSCredential: M.D.
Location Address201 LYONS AVENewark, NJ 07112-2027
Mailing Address187 Warren St, #203Jersey City, NJ 07302-6475 · (718) 938-5245
Phone(973) 926-7000
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateApril 27, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1548480858 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · PENDING
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
201 LYONS AVE, Newark, NJ 07112
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company 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

Dr. Stephen Damien Shields M.d. 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 ID1254418254
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100609000625
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 5

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
235 services221 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
202 services199 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
105 services105 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
70 services70 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450358
Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07112 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
$98.09 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $24.52 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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. KEITH MICHAEL SPELLMAN M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-7960
DR. LARISSA SOPHIA DUDLEY M.D.
Emergency Medicine
201 LYONS AVE, SUITE D11
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-6671
WAQAS BARI MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (800) 843-2384
ERIKA YESENIA PINEDA MD
Pediatrics (Pediatric Critical Care Medicine)
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-7000
CASEY YEONJOO CHO APN
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-6938
KARLINA NGUYEN PA-C
Physician Assistant
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-7000
BRIAN CAO MD
Anesthesiology
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 926-7000
DR. ALEXIS LORDI MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
201 LYONS AVE
NEWARK, NJ 07112
Essex County (973) 900-4855

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 Stephen Shields's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Shields is 1548480858. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 27, 2007.

Where is Stephen Shields located?

Stephen Shields practices at 201 Lyons Ave, Newark, NJ 07112. The listed phone number is (973) 926-7000.

What is Stephen Shields's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Stephen Shields enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Shields 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 Stephen Shields accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company, Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit and UnitedHealthcare list Stephen Shields 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.

Is Stephen Shields affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Shields is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Shields was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.