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DR. NAHID VANDSHEKARI M.D.
NPI 1982660759
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in El Paso, TX

Active since April 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5555 N MESA ST STE 400, EL PASO, TX 79912(915) 320-9476(915) 275-5510 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 4, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 4, 2024, Feb 5, 2024, Mar 7, 2023 and 6 more (9 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Nahid Vandshekari M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NAHID VANDSHEKARI M.D. (NPI 1982660759) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in El Paso, Texas, licensed in Texas (018430) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982660759
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. NAHID VANDSHEKARICredential: M.D.
Location Address5555 N MESA ST STE 400El Paso, TX 79912-5424
Mailing Address5555 N Mesa St Ste 400El Paso, TX 79912-5424 · (915) 320-9476 · Fax (915) 275-5510
Phone(915) 320-9476
Fax(915) 275-5510
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateApril 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 4, 20249 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 4, 2024
✔ NPI 1982660759 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in TX · 018430
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License L5938 (TX)
Also ListedHome HealthTaxonomy 251E00000X · License 018430 (TX)
5555 N MESA ST STE 400, El Paso, TX 79912
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Other Identifiers 2

OtherBV7863168TX · Dea
Other70126090TX · Dps

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Molina Healthcare and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Nahid Vandshekari 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 ID4284606765
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040806000629
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.

Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes 99350
An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits a patient's home for a check-up or treatment. The visit typically lasts for about an hour. This service is especially beneficial for patients who may have difficulty traveling to a healthcare facility.
129 services35 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner supervision of a patient receiving medicare-covered services provided by a participating home health agency (patient not present) requiring complex and multidisciplinary care modalities involving regular physician or allow G0181
This service involves a physician overseeing your care while you receive Medicare-covered services from a home health agency. The care you're receiving is complex and involves various disciplines. The physician isn't physically present but regularly supervises your treatment to ensure optimal health outcomes.
61 services22 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
19 services18 patients
Residence visit for new patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99345
A new patient home visit is a comprehensive 75-minute appointment conducted at your home. The healthcare professional will assess your health, discuss any concerns, and create a personalized care plan. It's convenient, comfortable, and tailored to your specific needs.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450002
Location2001 N Oregon StEl Paso, TX 79902 · El Paso County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670120
Location2000 Transmountain RdEl Paso, TX 79911 · El Paso County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers23 claims23 services$47.88 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers30 claims30 services$14.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers52 claims52 services$68.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$31.53 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

WILLIAM ARROYO M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
5555 N MESA ST STE 400
EL PASO, TX 79912
El Paso County (915) 490-6896
ORTHOEDGE ORTHOPEDICS AND SPORTS MEDICINE
Clinic/Center (Medical Specialty)
5555 N MESA ST STE 400
EL PASO, TX 79912
El Paso County (915) 780-3909
SUNSHINE MEDICAL CARE PLLC
Family Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
5555 N MESA ST STE 400
EL PASO, TX 79912
El Paso County (915) 320-9476
STEPHANIE LYNN BALDWIN
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
5555 N MESA ST STE 400
EL PASO, TX 79912
El Paso County (906) 396-6156

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 Nahid Vandshekari's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nahid Vandshekari is 1982660759. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 21, 2006.

Where is Nahid Vandshekari located?

Nahid Vandshekari practices at 5555 N Mesa St Ste 400, El Paso, TX 79912. The listed phone number is (915) 320-9476.

What is Nahid Vandshekari's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Nahid Vandshekari enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nahid Vandshekari 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 Nahid Vandshekari accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company and WellPoint list Nahid Vandshekari 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 Nahid Vandshekari affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nahid Vandshekari is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus and The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nahid Vandshekari was last updated on March 4, 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.