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MARIA K SHEPARD MD
NPI 1609865419
Anesthesiology in Houston, TX

Active since October 14, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300, HOUSTON, TX 77042(713) 620-4000(713) 458-4229 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 28, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 28, 2020, Feb 15, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Maria K Shepard Md NPPES

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

MARIA K SHEPARD MD (NPI 1609865419) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (K6505) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609865419
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameMARIA K SHEPARDCredential: MD
Location Address1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300Houston, TX 77042-2300
Mailing AddressPo Box 650865Dallas, TX 75265-0865 · (972) 233-1999 · Fax (972) 233-3666
Phone(713) 620-4000
Fax(713) 458-4229
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateOctober 14, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 28, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 28, 2020
✔ NPI 1609865419 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · K6505
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, Houston, TX 77042
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid153690605TX
Other8AB669TX · Bcbs
Other8CM548TX · Bcbs
OtherP00819569TX · Rr Medicare
Medicaid153690607TX

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Maria K Shepard 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 ID4486725157
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080624000458
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 7

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.

Other procedure on nervous system 64999
A procedure on the nervous system can involve various techniques to diagnose or treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves. These can include surgeries, tests, or therapies. It's done by specialized doctors to help improve your neurological health.
27 services27 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
27 services27 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
18 services18 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450068
Location6411 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Katy, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450847
Location23900 Katy FreewayKaty, TX 77494 · Fort Bend County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

93.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.15
Improvement Activities40
Cost83.57

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.

DANIELLE THERESE GEORGE CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
RODRIQUE DEWYANE NELSON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
PEDRO NAPOLES CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, SUITE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (972) 715-5000
GEORGE LOUIS HERLIN MD
Anesthesiology
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
GREGORY RONALD CURFMAN
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
JENNIFER TERRASAS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
DR. DON ELDON CHERRY M.D.
Anesthesiology
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
IGNATIUS PAUL DISTEFANO
Anesthesiology
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000

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 Maria Shepard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria Shepard is 1609865419. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 14, 2005.

Where is Maria Shepard located?

Maria Shepard practices at 1500 Citywest Blvd Ste. 300, Houston, TX 77042. The listed phone number is (713) 620-4000.

What is Maria Shepard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Maria Shepard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Maria Shepard 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 Maria Shepard accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Maria Shepard 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 Maria Shepard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Maria Shepard is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Hospital System and Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Maria Shepard was last updated on August 28, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.