SHELBY A STEPHENSON MD
NPI 1639136229
Ophthalmology in Fayetteville, NC

NPI Status: Active since April 27, 2006

Contact Information

1629 OWEN DR
FAYETTEVILLE, NC
ZIP 28304
Phone: (910) 484-2284

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Ophthalmology

About SHELBY STEPHENSON

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Shelby Stephenson, a provider established in Fayetteville, North Carolina with a medical specialization in Ophthalmology. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1639136229 assigned on April 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207W00000X with license number 24950 (NC). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 7 years ago.

NPI
1639136229
Provider Name
SHELBY A STEPHENSON MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
1629 OWEN DR FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28304
Location Phone
(910) 484-2284
Mailing Address
PO BOX 64363 FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28306
Mailing Phone
(910) 483-3534
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
04-27-2006
Last Update Date
08-21-2019
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Ophthalmologists like Shelby Stephenson specialize in diagnosing and treating eye conditions. They may perform surgeries to correct vision issues or prevent vision loss due to diseases like glaucoma. Additionally, they can provide eyeglasses, prescribe contact lenses, and offer other vision-related services.

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Secondary Locations

  • 414 Owen Dr
    Fayetteville, NC 28304
    (910) 483-3534
  • 1726 Metromedical Dr
    Fayetteville, NC 28304
    (910) 484-2284

Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Ophthalmology

Taxonomy Code
207W00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
24950
License State
NC
Taxonomy Description
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
8979731MEDICAID (05)NC 
180018924OTHER (01)NCRAILROAD MEDICARE
8979732MEDICAID (05)NC 

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 58 times for 53 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

This service was performed 112 times for 112 patients

Exam of visual field with extended testing

An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.

This service was performed 33 times for 27 patients

Imaging of optic nerve

Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).

This service was performed 39 times for 34 patients

Imaging of retina

Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.

This service was performed 22 times for 22 patients

Photography of the retina

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

This service was performed 41 times for 39 patients

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1639136229, we treat the final digit (9) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 61. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 61 = 9).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
6
Unchanged
Pos 3
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 4
9
Unchanged
Pos 5
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 6
3
Unchanged
Pos 7
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 8
2
Unchanged
Pos 9
2
Doubled → 4
Check
9
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 3 → 6 1 → 2 6 → 12 → 3 2 → 4

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 6 + 6 + 9 + 2 + 3 + 1 + 2 + 2 + 4 + 24 = 61

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 61 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 61 = 9
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 9, which matches the last digit of 1639136229.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 3 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Technician/Technologist (Optician)
1629 OWEN DR
FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28304
Optometrist
1629 OWEN DR
FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28304
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
1629 OWEN DR
FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28304

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1639136229, enumerated as an "individual" on April 27, 2006.

The provider is located at 1629 OWEN DR FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28304 and the phone number is (910) 484-2284.

Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid and Railroad Medicare. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.