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DR. JAMES B SHEPHERD III MD
NPI 1558389015
Ophthalmology - Neuro-ophthalmology in Saint Louis, MO

Active since July 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.29/100
CMS Quality Rating
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FL, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108(314) 362-3937(314) 362-3725 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 18, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 25, 2024, Apr 10, 2024, Jun 7, 2022 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. James B Shepherd Iii Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES B SHEPHERD III MD (NPI 1558389015) is an individual neuro-ophthalmology provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2001027205) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital, and is a graduate of Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558389015
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0109X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES B SHEPHERD IIICredential: MD
Location Address4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FLSaint Louis, MO 63108-1495
Mailing AddressPo Box 7412011Chicago, IL 60674-2011 · (314) 362-3937 · Fax (314) 362-3725
Phone(314) 362-3937
Fax(314) 362-3725
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSColumbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 18, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 18, 2025
✔ NPI 1558389015 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Neuro-ophthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0109X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2001027205
Definition
A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist of ophthalmology. This physician evaluates, treats, and studies disorders of the eye, orbit and nervous system having to do with interactions of the visual motor and visual sensory systems with the central nervous system. Neuro-ophthalmologists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, Saint Louis, MO 63108
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid205689706MO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Cox HealthPlans.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. James B Shepherd Iii 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 ID3274674437
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100109000305
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 3

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.

Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion 92060
This is an eye exam that checks for any misalignment in your eyes, also known as deviation. It also assesses the movement range of your eyes. The procedure is painless and helps in detecting conditions like strabismus or other vision issues.
58 services57 patients
Realignment of horizontal eye muscle 67311
Realignment of horizontal eye muscle is a surgical procedure to correct strabismus, a condition where your eyes don't align properly. The surgeon adjusts the muscles that control eye movement, improving coordination and focus. This helps to restore normal eye alignment and functioning.
17 services16 patients
Realignment of horizontal eye muscle 67311
Realignment of horizontal eye muscle is a surgical procedure to correct strabismus, a condition where your eyes don't align properly. The surgeon adjusts the muscles that control eye movement, improving coordination and focus. This helps to restore normal eye alignment and functioning.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Barnes Jewish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number260032
LocationOne Barnes-Jewish Hospital PlazaSaint Louis, MO 63110 · St. Louis City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63108 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
$128.28 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $32.07 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.50 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
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.

79.29/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality71.46
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.51

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. ERIN LEIGH DYER MD
General Practice
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DIV IM GENERAL MED, STE 241
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-5060
DR. NICHOLE GALLEGOS ZEHNDER MD
General Practice
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DIV IM GENERAL MED, STE 241
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-5060
MRS. NANCY J CIBULKA WHNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, STE 341
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 454-7882
DR. MARCIA J MCCABE PSYD
Psychologist
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT PSYCHIATRY, STE 441
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 286-1700
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-3937
DR. JING-WEI HUANG MD
Ophthalmology (Cornea and External Diseases Specialist)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-3937
DR. JILLIAN MEI-LING LIU MD PHD
Ophthalmology (Cornea and External Diseases Specialist)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DEPT OPHTHALMOLOGY, 6TH FL
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-3937
DR. DAVID L EISENBERG MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
4901 FOREST PARK AVE, DIV OBGYN FAMILY PLANNING, STE 710
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108
St. Louis City (314) 362-4211

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 James Shepherd's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Shepherd is 1558389015. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2006.

Where is James Shepherd located?

James Shepherd practices at 4901 Forest Park Ave Dept Ophthalmology, 6th Fl, Saint Louis, MO 63108. The listed phone number is (314) 362-3937.

What is James Shepherd's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Neuro-ophthalmology, with taxonomy code 207WX0109X.

Is James Shepherd enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Shepherd 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 James Shepherd accept?

Health plans from Cox HealthPlans list James Shepherd 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 James Shepherd affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Shepherd is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Shepherd was last updated on August 18, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 months 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.