CARMELLA ROSE SHEMANSIK MD
NPI 1902968290
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Pottsville, PA
NPI Status: Active since December 14, 2006
Contact Information
420 S JACKSON ST
POTTSVILLE, PA
ZIP 17901
Phone: (570) 621-5730
- Individual
- Female
- Years of Experience 21
- Anesthesiology
- Pain Medicine
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About CARMELLA SHEMANSIK
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Carmella Shemansik, a provider established in Pottsville, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Anesthesiology, focusing in pain medicine and more than 21 years of experience. She graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 2005. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1902968290 assigned on December 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207LP2900X with license number MD436227 (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1902968290
- Provider Name
- CARMELLA ROSE SHEMANSIK MD
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 420 S JACKSON ST POTTSVILLE, PA 17901
- Location Phone
- (570) 621-5730
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 35 PITTSBURGH, PA 15230
- Mailing Phone
- (412) 937-5700
- Medical School Name
- PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
- Graduation Year
- 2005
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 12-14-2006
- Last Update Date
- 03-28-2025
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Anesthesiology Pain Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 207LP2900X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- MD436227
- License State
- PA
- Taxonomy Description
- An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207L00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Anesthesiology | MD436227 (PA) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1023070000001 | MEDICAID (05) | PA | |
| P00736827 | OTHER (01) | PA | RR MEDICARE |
| 50086131 | OTHER (01) | PA | CAPITAL BLUE CROSS |
| P00732738 | OTHER (01) | PA | RR MEDICARE |
| 2101305 | OTHER (01) | PA | HIGHMARK |
| 126173 | OTHER (01) | PA | GEISINGER |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Carmella Shemansik is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Carmella Shemansik is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 2062562762
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20090617000517
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
This service was performed 44 times for 43 patientsAnesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
This service was performed 36 times for 36 patientsAnesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.
This service was performed 17 times for 15 patientsAnesthesia for procedures on skin, muscles, or nerves of the head, neck, and upper back involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during the procedure. This ensures you don't feel pain or discomfort. It's safe and monitored by professionals.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsAnesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsAnesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsAnesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsAnesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsThis procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsUltrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
This service was performed 17 times for 17 patientsQuality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-operative OSA assessment | 100% | 56 |
| Percentage of patients who undergo a surgical procedure in the operating room/procedure room that have a pre-operative assessment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) | ||
| Use of QCDR to support clinical decision making | Yes | N/A |
| Participation in a QCDR, demonstrating performance of activities that promote implementation of shared clinical decision making capabilities. | ||
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Carmella Shemansik is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHUYLKILL MEDICAL CENTER - SOUTH JACKSON STREET | 420 SOUTH JACKSON STREET POTTSVILLE, PA 17901 | (570) 621-5102 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL | 1200 SOUTH CEDAR CREST BOULEVARD ALLENTOWN, PA 18103 | (610) 402-8000 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1902968290, we treat the final digit (0) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 70. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 70 = 0).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 70 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1902968290, enumerated as an "individual" on December 14, 2006.
The provider is located at 420 S JACKSON ST POTTSVILLE, PA 17901 and the phone number is (570) 621-5730.
Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207LP2900X and a focus in Pain Medicine.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid, Railroad Medicare, Blue Cross. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Carmella Shemansik is affiliated with: SCHUYLKILL MEDICAL CENTER - SOUTH JACKSON STREET and LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL.