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DR. FITZGERALD M SHEPHERD M.D.
NPI 1629485016
Internal Medicine in Springfield, MA

Active since July 17, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
759 CHESTNUT STREET, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107(413) 794-6297 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 13, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 13, 2018, Aug 14, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Fitzgerald M Shepherd M.d. NPPES

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

DR. FITZGERALD M SHEPHERD M.D. (NPI 1629485016) is an individual internal medicine provider in Springfield, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (270839) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629485016
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. FITZGERALD M SHEPHERDCredential: M.D.
Location Address759 CHESTNUT STREETSpringfield, MA 01107
Mailing Address280 Chestnut St, 2nd FloorSpringfield, MA 01199-1619 · (413) 794-5700
Phone(413) 794-6297
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 13, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1629485016 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 270839
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
759 CHESTNUT STREET, Springfield, MA 01107
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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. Fitzgerald M Shepherd 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 ID8527331388
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170830002766
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 2

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
50 services20 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Boston Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220031
Location1 Boston Medical Center PlaceBoston, MA 02118 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01107 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
$134.47 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $33.61 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.48 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

CHRISTOPHER HIBBARD CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
759 CHESTNUT STREET
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Hampden County (413) 795-0754
MISS KATHERINE ANN RING CPNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
759 CHESTNUT STREET
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Hampden County (413) 794-9338
DR. SANJAY TIMILSINA MD
Internal Medicine
759 CHESTNUT STREET
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Hampden County (413) 794-6297
ASHLEY KATHRYN ROBERTS PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
759 CHESTNUT STREET
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Hampden County (413) 794-8020
DEEPIKA SUNDARARAJ MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
759 CHESTNUT STREET, WG703
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Hampden County (413) 794-5555
MONICA SHAH
Emergency Medicine
759 CHESTNUT STREET, # S6538
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Hampden County (413) 794-9060
CHELSEA BYRD PA-C
Physician Assistant
759 CHESTNUT STREET, # S6538
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Hampden County (413) 794-3233
JOANNA LUTY MD
Pediatrics (Pediatric Hematology-Oncology)
759 CHESTNUT STREET, SW3500
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Hampden County (413) 794-9338

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 Fitzgerald Shepherd's NPI number?

The NPI number for Fitzgerald Shepherd is 1629485016. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2014.

Where is Fitzgerald Shepherd located?

Fitzgerald Shepherd practices at 759 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA 01107. The listed phone number is (413) 794-6297.

What is Fitzgerald Shepherd's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Fitzgerald Shepherd enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Fitzgerald 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.

Is Fitzgerald Shepherd affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Fitzgerald Shepherd is affiliated with Boston Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Fitzgerald Shepherd was last updated on August 13, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.