DR. SHIVA KUMAR LAM MD
NPI 1871671032
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Austin, TX

Active since November 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1407 W STASSNEY LN, AUSTIN, TX 78745(512) 440-4800(512) 440-4836 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 30, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 30, 2022, Aug 4, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Shiva Kumar Lam Md NPPES

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

DR. SHIVA KUMAR LAM MD (NPI 1871671032) is an individual psychiatry provider in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (K4933) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871671032
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. SHIVA KUMAR LAMCredential: MD
Location Address1407 W STASSNEY LNAustin, TX 78745-2947
Mailing AddressPo Box 26100Austin, TX 78755-0100 · (512) 467-2840 · Fax (512) 692-9158
Fax(512) 440-4836
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateNovember 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 30, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 30, 2022
NPI 1871671032 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in TX · K4933
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.
1407 W STASSNEY LN, Austin, TX 78745

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 18402 Cross Park DrAustin, TX 78754-4595 · Phone (512) 215-3900 · Fax (512) 215-3190
Location 21025 E 32nd StAustin, TX 78705-2714 · Phone (512) 544-5253

Other Identifiers 5

OtherTXB144749TX · Medicare
Medicaid305165802TX
OtherTXB144748TX · Medicare
Medicaid305165801TX
Medicaid096990902TX

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Shiva Kumar Lam 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 ID2668630781
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120221000690
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 3

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.
175 services33 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
23 services22 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.
18 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78745 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
$174.00 typical visit price
range $57.88 – $174.00
Typical copayment $43.50 (range $14.47 – $43.50)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$71.95 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.23
Typical copayment $17.98 (range $4.72 – $35.55)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
1407 W STASSNEY LN
AUSTIN, TX 78745
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
1407 W STASSNEY LN
AUSTIN, TX 78745
Social Worker (Clinical)
1407 W STASSNEY LN
AUSTIN, TX 78745
Psychiatric Hospital
1407 W STASSNEY LN
AUSTIN, TX 78745
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
1407 W STASSNEY LN
AUSTIN, TX 78745
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1407 W STASSNEY LN
AUSTIN, TX 78745
Psychiatric Hospital
1407 W STASSNEY LN
AUSTIN, TX 78745
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1407 W STASSNEY LN
AUSTIN, TX 78745

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 Shiva Lam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shiva Lam is 1871671032. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 2, 2006.

Where is Shiva Lam located?

Shiva Lam practices at 1407 W Stassney Ln, Austin, TX 78745. The listed phone number is (512) 440-4800.

What is Shiva Lam's specialty?

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

Is Shiva Lam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shiva Lam 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 Shiva Lam accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company, Providence Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare and WellPoint list Shiva Lam 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 Shiva Lam was last updated on September 30, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.