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DR. MOHAMED AHMED SHAMA MD, MSC, MRCS, EBSQ
NPI 1659807972
Surgery - Surgical Oncology in New Orleans, LA

Active since May 05, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1430 TULANE AVE RM 8510-B, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112(409) 978-6447(504) 754-7949 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 3, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 3, 2020, Jul 17, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Shama Md, Msc, Mrcs, Ebsq NPPES

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

DR. MOHAMED AHMED SHAMA MD, MSC, MRCS, EBSQ (NPI 1659807972) is an individual surgical oncology provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (324894) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659807972
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086X0206X
Provider Legal NameDR. MOHAMED AHMED SHAMACredential: MD, MSC, MRCS, EBSQ
Location Address1430 TULANE AVE RM 8510-BNew Orleans, LA 70112-2632
Mailing Address1430 Tulane Ave Rm 8510-bNew Orleans, LA 70112-2632 · (409) 978-6447 · Fax (504) 754-7949
Phone(409) 978-6447
Fax(504) 754-7949
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateMay 5, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 3, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 3, 2020
✔ NPI 1659807972 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086X0206X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 324894
Definition
A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
Also ListedOtolaryngology · Plastic Surgery within the Head & NeckTaxonomy 207YX0007X · License 324894 (LA)
1430 TULANE AVE RM 8510-B, New Orleans, LA 70112
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.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. Mohamed Ahmed Shama Md, Msc, Mrcs, Ebsq 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 ID6901179738
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201119001305
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
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.
19 services13 patients
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue 76536
An ultrasound scan of the head and neck soft tissue is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in these areas. It helps identify any abnormalities or issues, such as tumors, cysts, or infections. It's painless and doesn't involve radiation.
16 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Medical Center New Orleans

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190005
Location2000 Canal StreetNew Orleans, LA 70112 · Orleans County
Emergency services

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70112 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
$170.30 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $42.57 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
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 Mohamed Shama's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mohamed Shama is 1659807972. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 5, 2017.

Where is Mohamed Shama located?

Mohamed Shama practices at 1430 Tulane Ave Rm 8510-B, New Orleans, LA 70112. The listed phone number is (409) 978-6447.

What is Mohamed Shama's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Oncology, with taxonomy code 2086X0206X.

Is Mohamed Shama enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mohamed Shama 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 Mohamed Shama accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Mohamed Shama 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 Mohamed Shama affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Mohamed Shama is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans and East Jefferson General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mohamed Shama was last updated on November 3, 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.