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JAMES B SHACKSON M.D.
NPI 1831185545
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Columbus, OH

Active since September 27, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.98/100
CMS Quality Rating
21 E STATE ST, COLUMBUS, OH 43215(574) 546-1900(574) 546-1999 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 15, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 15, 2026, Jun 1, 2026, Jan 16, 2026 and 7 more (10 updates tracked since 2021).

About James B Shackson M.d. NPPES

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

JAMES B SHACKSON M.D. (NPI 1831185545) is an individual psychiatry provider in Columbus, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35-062208) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 8 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Northeastern Ohio University College Of Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831185545
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameJAMES B SHACKSONCredential: M.D.
Location Address21 E STATE STColumbus, OH 43215-4281
Mailing AddressPo Box 11167Fort Wayne, IN 46856-1167 · (574) 546-1900 · Fax (574) 546-1999
Phone(574) 546-1900
Fax(574) 546-1999
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNortheastern Ohio University College Of MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 15, 202610 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 15, 2026
✔ NPI 1831185545 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
Licenses✔ Licensed in OH · 35-062208✔ Licensed in IN · 01045038A✔ Licensed in PA · MD487198C✔ Licensed in KS · 04-52327✔ Licensed in TN · 67932✔ Licensed in TX · V4066✔ Licensed in MO · 2026005587✔ Licensed in MI · EMC0005754✔ Licensed in KY · C1406✔ Licensed in MN · 83301
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
21 E STATE ST, Columbus, OH 43215
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Secondary Practice Locations 8

Location 16000 Poplar Ave Ste 250Memphis, TN 38119-3974 · Phone (574) 546-1999 · Fax (574) 546-1999
Location 29378 S Mason Montgomery Rd, #323Mason, OH 45040-8827 · Phone (513) 382-5112 · Fax (513) 489-0730
Location 32100 N Main St # 304Crown Point, IN 46307-1877 · Phone (574) 546-1900 · Fax (574) 546-1999
Location 4311 E Pleasant Valley Blvd Fl 2Altoona, PA 16602-5512 · Phone (574) 546-1900 · Fax (574) 546-1999
Location 5312 S 4th St Ste 700Louisville, KY 40202-3046 · Phone (574) 546-1900 · Fax (574) 546-1999
Location 612345 W 95th St Fl 2Lenexa, KS 66215-3853 · Phone (574) 546-1900 ext. 61900 · Fax (574) 546-1999
Location 71650 W End Blvd Ste 100Minneapolis, MN 55416-5369 · Phone (574) 546-1900 · Fax (574) 546-1999
Location 83200 Greenfield Rd Ste 300Dearborn, MI 48120-1805 · Phone (574) 546-1900 · Fax (574) 546-1999

Other Identifiers 2

OtherDF6496OH · Rr Medicare
Medicaid0934725OH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

James B Shackson 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 ID9638170756
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070116000360, I20231025000129, I20241104004046, I20260205000284, I20260321000467
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

7

Medicare enrollment records show James Shackson reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Guidestar Eldercare Corp -Oh
Same address
Internal Medicine
21 E STATE ST
Columbus, OH 43215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 60 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1962023424 (574) 546-1900
Lee Side Wellness Associates, LLC
81 mi
Psychiatric/Mental Health
3615 SOCIALVILLE FOSTER RD, SUTIES A B C D
Mason, OH 45040
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 31 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1841731510 (513) 204-1910
Guidestar Eldercare - PA
247 mi
Internal Medicine
311 E PLEASANT VALLEY BLVD FL 2
Altoona, PA 16602
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 20 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1265311021 (574) 546-1900
Neurology And Pain Management Associates PC
251 mi
Internal Medicine
2100 N MAIN ST STE 304
Crown Point, IN 46307
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana, Kentucky and Michigan enrollments
  • 83 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1518900620 (574) 546-1900
Guidestar Eldercare - Tn, P.C.
504 mi
Internal Medicine
6000 POPLAR AVE STE 250
Memphis, TN 38119
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Guidestar Eldercare - Tn, PC
  • 30 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023791449 (574) 546-1900
Guidestar Eldercare Corp - Ks
504 mi
Internal Medicine
303 N STADIUM BLVD FL 2
Columbia, MO 65203
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri and Kansas enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1356203806 (Kansas)
  • 11 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1275484099 (574) 546-1900
Guidestar Eldercare Neuro-Psychiatric Group - Texas PA
897 mi
Internal Medicine
675 TOWN SQUARE BLVD STE 200
Garland, TX 75040
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 25 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1588233233 (574) 546-1900

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
752 services425 patients
Residence visit for established patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 99347
An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits your home for a 15-minute check-up. It's designed for patients who have previously seen the professional. The visit may include basic health assessments and discussions about your ongoing care.
45 services28 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
40 services38 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
39 services36 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 43215 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
$166.65 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $41.66 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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.

90.98/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality62.53
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost74.06

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.

A NEW START ABA OH LLC
Behavior Analyst
21 E STATE ST
COLUMBUS, OH 43215
Franklin County (303) 970-6555
STEPHANIE PADUCH LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
21 E STATE ST
COLUMBUS, OH 43215
Franklin County (574) 546-1900
EMILY S DIETRICH
Psychologist
21 E STATE ST
COLUMBUS, OH 43215
Franklin County (574) 546-1900
SEAN ECKERTSON
Case Management
21 E STATE ST
COLUMBUS, OH 43215
Franklin County (614) 726-1485
DR. ROWENA DORSEY PSY.D.
Psychologist
21 E STATE ST
COLUMBUS, OH 43215
Franklin County (574) 546-1900
DONNA MARIE LATVA FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
21 E STATE ST
COLUMBUS, OH 43215
Franklin County (574) 546-1900
CHERLIESA C BOYD APRN, CNP, PMNHP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
21 E STATE ST
COLUMBUS, OH 43215
Franklin County (574) 546-1900
FRONTLINE HEALTHCARE LLC
Homemaker
21 E STATE ST
COLUMBUS, OH 43215
Franklin County (330) 815-5494

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 James Shackson's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Shackson is 1831185545. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2005.

Where is James Shackson located?

James Shackson practices at 21 E State St, Columbus, OH 43215. The listed phone number is (574) 546-1900.

What is James Shackson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is James Shackson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Shackson 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for James Shackson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Shackson reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: Guidestar Eldercare Corp -Oh (Columbus, OH), Lee Side Wellness Associates, LLC (Mason, OH), Guidestar Eldercare - PA (Altoona, PA), Neurology And Pain Management Associates PC (Crown Point, IN), Guidestar Eldercare - Tn, P.C. (Memphis, TN) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for James Shackson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Shackson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource and 9 other insurers list James Shackson 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 James Shackson was last updated on September 15, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 36 days 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.