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DR. HUGH PINKNEY O'SHIELDS JR. MD
NPI 1669412466
Internal Medicine in Birmingham, AL

Active since June 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1600 CARRAWAY BLVD STE 801, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35234(205) 502-4100(205) 502-4114 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 3, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Dr. Hugh Pinkney O'shields Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. HUGH PINKNEY O'SHIELDS JR. MD (NPI 1669412466) is an individual internal medicine provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (12818) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669412466
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. HUGH PINKNEY O'SHIELDS JR.Credential: MD
Location Address1600 CARRAWAY BLVD STE 801Birmingham, AL 35234-1913
Mailing Address1600 Carraway Blvd Ste 801Birmingham, AL 35234-1913 · (205) 502-4100 · Fax (205) 502-4114
Phone(205) 502-4100
Fax(205) 502-4114
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJune 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 3, 2014
✔ NPI 1669412466 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 12818
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.
1600 CARRAWAY BLVD STE 801, Birmingham, AL 35234
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINC73830AL
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified33864AL
Medicaid009910391AL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama.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. Hugh Pinkney O'shields Jr. 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 ID5698778579
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060815000148
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 5

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 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
302 services141 patients
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.
191 services73 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
157 services47 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.
114 services110 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
38 services37 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35234 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) A4221
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier17 claims17 services$18.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) A4222
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier34 claims65 services$35.72 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers31 claims31 services$14.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers27 claims27 services$75.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, dobutamine hydrochloride, per 250 mg J1250
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI000N
1 supplier34 claims452 services$4.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$15.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Hugh O'shields's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hugh O'shields is 1669412466. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2006.

Where is Hugh O'shields located?

Hugh O'shields practices at 1600 Carraway Blvd Ste 801, Birmingham, AL 35234. The listed phone number is (205) 502-4100.

What is Hugh O'shields's specialty?

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

Is Hugh O'shields enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hugh O'shields 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 Hugh O'shields accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Hugh O'shields 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hugh O'shields was last updated on January 3, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.