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DR. WEN TSONG SHEN M.D.
NPI 1598806317
Surgery in New York, NY

Active since February 12, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
530 1ST AVE # HCC6, NEW YORK, NY 10016(212) 263-7710(212) 263-2828 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Wen Tsong Shen M.d. NPPES

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

DR. WEN TSONG SHEN M.D. (NPI 1598806317) is an individual surgery provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (336012) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospitals, and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598806317
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WEN TSONG SHENCredential: M.D.
Location Address530 1ST AVE # HCC6New York, NY 10016-6402
Mailing Address530 1st Ave # Hcc6New York, NY 10016-6402 · (212) 263-7710 · Fax (212) 263-2828
Phone(212) 263-7710
Fax(212) 263-2828
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateFebruary 12, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2025
✔ NPI 1598806317 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NY · 336012✔ Licensed in CA · A74935
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
530 1ST AVE # HCC6, New York, NY 10016
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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. Wen Tsong Shen 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 ID5597710558
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250901000142
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.

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.
43 services43 patients
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211
This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
33 services28 patients
Removal or exploration of parathyroid glands 60500
The procedure for removal or exploration of parathyroid glands involves a surgeon making a small incision in the neck to locate and remove one or more of the tiny parathyroid glands. These glands control calcium levels in the body. This procedure helps treat conditions like hyperparathyroidism.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Nyu Langone Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330214
Location550 First AvenueNew York, NY 10016 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10016 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
$102.04 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $25.51 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$81.44 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
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.

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 Wen Shen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Wen Shen is 1598806317. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 12, 2007.

Where is Wen Shen located?

Wen Shen practices at 530 1st Ave # Hcc6, New York, NY 10016. The listed phone number is (212) 263-7710.

What is Wen Shen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Wen Shen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Wen Shen 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.

Is Wen Shen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Wen Shen is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospitals.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Wen Shen was last updated on July 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.