DR. HELEN H. SHIGEMITSU M.D.
NPI 1922062207
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Puyallup, WA

Q: What is Helen Shigemitsu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Helen Shigemitsu is 1922062207. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 13, 2006.

Q: What is Helen Shigemitsu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Helen Shigemitsu was last updated on August 30, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since April 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

222 15TH AVE SE, PUYALLUP, WA 98372(253) 841-4353(253) 581-5698 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 30, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Helen H. Shigemitsu M.d. NPPES

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

DR. HELEN H. SHIGEMITSU M.D. (NPI 1922062207) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Puyallup, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00044848) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Clare Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Tacoma.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922062207

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X

Provider Legal NameDR. HELEN H. SHIGEMITSUCredential: M.D.

Location Address222 15TH AVE SEPuyallup, WA 98372-3754

Mailing Address7424 Bridgeport Way W, Suite 103Lakewood, WA 98499-8120 · (253) 841-4353 · Fax (253) 581-5698

Phone(253) 841-4353

Fax(253) 581-5698

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSNew York University School Of MedicineGraduated 1999

Enumeration DateApril 13, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 30, 2024

NPPES CertifiedAugust 30, 2024

✔ NPI 1922062207 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085R0202X

Licenses✔ Licensed in WA · MD00044848✔ Licensed in CA · A73727

Definition

A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.

222 15TH AVE SE, Puyallup, WA 98372

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100Tacoma, WA 98402-1900 · Phone (253) 761-4200

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid1022278WA

Other8906203WA · L&i

Medicaid8439515WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.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

Dr. Helen H. Shigemitsu 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 ID4385621648

PECOS Enrollment IDI20051026000365

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

Medicare enrollment records show Helen Shigemitsu reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Medical Imaging Northwest - Good Samaritan Hospital Imaging Alliance

0.1 mi

Radiology

1450 5TH ST SE, #4600
Puyallup, WA 98372

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
137 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1336419514 (253) 841-4353

Tra-Minw P S

8.2 mi

Radiology

34515 9TH AVE. SOUTH
Federal Way, WA 98003

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
137 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1184790032 (253) 383-1099

Tra Medical Imaging Centers LLC

9.9 mi

Radiology

2502 S UNION AVE
Tacoma, WA 98405

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
116 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1447041751 (253) 761-4200

Union Avenue Open Mri LLC

9.9 mi

Radiology

2502 S UNION AVE
Tacoma, WA 98405

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
133 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1568531242 (253) 761-4200

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 42

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045

A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.

117 services116 patients

X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502

An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.

60 services59 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.

59 services59 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.

46 services43 patients

Ct scan of leg without contrast 73700

A CT scan of the leg is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your leg's bones, muscles, and blood vessels. It doesn't use contrast dye and doesn't cause any pain. It helps in diagnosing injuries or diseases.

46 services44 patients

X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views 73130

An X-ray of the hand, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones in your hand from different angles. This helps in diagnosing fractures, infections, arthritis, or other abnormalities. It's quick and painless.

44 services33 patients

Mri scan of arm joint without contrast 73221

An MRI scan of the arm joint is a non-invasive imaging procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your arm joint. No contrast dye is used in this process. It helps to diagnose or monitor conditions like arthritis, injuries, or infections.

44 services43 patients

X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views 73130

43 services28 patients

X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630

An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.

42 services37 patients

Mri scan of arm joint without contrast 73221

40 services39 patients

Mri scan of leg joint without contrast 73721

An MRI scan of your leg joint is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. This helps doctors diagnose or monitor conditions without using contrast dye.

37 services34 patients

Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity 76770

A complete ultrasound scan behind the abdominal cavity is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses sound waves to create pictures of the structures and organs located at the back of your abdomen. It helps in diagnosing health conditions and monitoring ongoing treatments.

37 services37 patients

X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502

35 services33 patients

Mri scan of leg joint without contrast 73721

35 services33 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

30 services26 patients

X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560

An X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.

30 services29 patients

Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity 76770

30 services30 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

28 services28 patients

X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views 73110

An X-ray of the wrist, minimum of 3 views, is a diagnostic procedure that uses radiation to create images of your wrist from different angles. This helps detect fractures, infections, or other abnormalities for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

28 services27 patients

X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630

28 services25 patients

Ct scan of pelvis without contrast 72192

A CT scan of the pelvis without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your lower abdomen area. It helps in detecting issues like injuries, inflammation, or abnormal growths. It doesn't involve any dye injection.

27 services27 patients

X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562

An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.

27 services20 patients

X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562

27 services23 patients

X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views 73610

An ankle X-ray is a quick, painless imaging test. It involves capturing at least three different images or 'views' of your ankle using small amounts of radiation. These images help identify any abnormalities or injuries, such as fractures or arthritis.

23 services23 patients

Ct scan of leg with contrast material 73701

A CT scan of the leg with contrast material is an imaging procedure. A special dye, the contrast material, is used to highlight certain areas, making them easier to see. This scan helps to detect issues like fractures, infections, or tumors in the leg.

23 services22 patients

Limited ultrasound scan of joint or other extremity structure except blood vessels 76882

A limited ultrasound scan of a joint or other extremity structure lacking blood vessels is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the inside of your body. This helps in diagnosing and monitoring conditions related to your joints or other similar structures.

22 services21 patients

X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views 72170

An X-ray of the pelvis, 1-2 views, is a quick and painless imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the lower part of your torso. These images help to detect any abnormalities or injuries in your hip bones and surrounding structures.

21 services20 patients

Ct scan of arm without contrast 73200

A CT scan of the arm without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-ray technology to capture detailed images of your arm's structures. It doesn't involve any contrasting dye, hence, minimal preparation is required. It helps in diagnosing injuries or conditions affecting the arm.

18 services18 patients

X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560

18 services11 patients

Limited ultrasound scan of joint or other extremity structure except blood vessels 76882

18 services17 patients

Mri scan of leg before and after contrast 73720

An MRI scan of the leg involves using a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a contrast agent is injected into your body to enhance the images, highlighting certain areas for closer examination.

17 services16 patients

Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen 76705

A limited ultrasound scan of the abdomen is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses sound waves to produce images of the abdominal organs such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. This helps to identify any abnormalities or issues.

17 services17 patients

X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views 73110

16 services14 patients

X-ray of lower leg, 2 views 73590

An X-ray of the lower leg, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the bones in your lower leg. It helps to identify fractures, infections, or diseases. Two different angles are used to provide a comprehensive view of the leg's structure.

16 services15 patients

Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen 76700

A complete ultrasound scan of the abdomen is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses sound waves to produce images of the organs in your abdomen, such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. It helps in diagnosing, monitoring, and planning treatments.

15 services15 patients

X-ray of ribs on side of body, minimum of 3 views 71101

This is a diagnostic procedure where a machine emits a small amount of radiation to capture images of your ribs from at least three different angles. It helps to identify issues like fractures or infections. It's a quick, painless process.

14 services14 patients

Mri scan of leg without contrast 73718

An MRI scan of the leg without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures in your leg, such as bones, muscles, and blood vessels. No contrast dye is used.

14 services14 patients

X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views 73552

An X-ray of the thigh bone is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves passing a small amount of radiation through the thigh to produce images of the bone structure. At least two different angles are captured for a comprehensive view. This helps detect fractures, infections, or other abnormalities.

13 services12 patients

Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 74176

A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis is a non-invasive medical test. It uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed images of your abdominal and pelvic areas. This helps doctors examine organs, tissues, and vessels. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.

13 services13 patients

Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177

A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.

13 services13 patients

X-ray of ribs on side of body, minimum of 3 views 71101

12 services12 patients

X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views 73610

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

St Clare Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lakewood, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number500021

Location11315 Bridgeport Way S WLakewood, WA 98499 · Pierce County

Emergency services

Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Puyallup, WA

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500079

Location401 15th Avenue SEPuyallup, WA 98372 · Pierce County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Joseph Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number500108

Location1717 South J StreetTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500129

Location315 S Mlk Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Anthony Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gig Harbor, WA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number500151

Location11567 Canterwood Boulevard NWGig Harbor, WA 98332 · Pierce County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98372 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

$88.29 typical visit price

range $57.27 – $172.80

Typical copayment $22.07 (range $14.31 – $43.20)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$71.29 typical visit price

range $18.56 – $141.11

Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)

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 14

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

JEANNINE WELCHER RPA

Radiology Practitioner Assistant