SHANNON ESSLER M.D.
NPI 1861870438
Emergency Medicine in Temple, TX

Active since May 14, 2015PECOS Enrolled
2401 S 31ST ST, TEMPLE, TX 76508(254) 724-2111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 7, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Shannon Essler M.d. NPPES

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

SHANNON ESSLER M.D. (NPI 1861870438) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Temple, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q9808) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest, and is a graduate of Texas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of Medicine (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861870438
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameSHANNON ESSLERCredential: M.D.
Location Address2401 S 31ST STTemple, TX 76508-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 844658Dallas, TX 75284-4658 · (254) 724-8800
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 14, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 7, 2016
NPI 1861870438 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses Licensed in TX · Q9808 Licensed in TX · BP10053754
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
2401 S 31ST ST, Temple, TX 76508

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Shannon Essler M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID9931489424
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161129000235
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 4

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
220 services215 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
153 services145 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.
69 services68 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest

Acute Care Hospitals · Waco, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450101
Location100 Hillcrest Medical BlvdWaco, TX 76712 · Mc Lennan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76508 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Family Medicine
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Physician Assistant
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Physical Therapist
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Nurse Practitioner
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Psychiatry & Neurology (Vascular Neurology)
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508

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 Shannon Essler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shannon Essler is 1861870438. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 14, 2015.

Where is Shannon Essler located?

Shannon Essler practices at 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508. The listed phone number is (254) 724-2111.

What is Shannon Essler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Shannon Essler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shannon Essler is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Shannon Essler accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company list Shannon Essler 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 Shannon Essler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shannon Essler is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shannon Essler was last updated on November 7, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.