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STEPHEN DONALD SHORTS MD
NPI 1992771174
Otolaryngology in Pine Bluff, AR

Active since February 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1722 W 42ND AVE, PINE BLUFF, AR 71603(870) 535-5719(870) 536-1963 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 30, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Stephen Donald Shorts Md NPPES

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

STEPHEN DONALD SHORTS MD (NPI 1992771174) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (R3276) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992771174
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameSTEPHEN DONALD SHORTSCredential: MD
Location Address1722 W 42ND AVEPine Bluff, AR 71603-7008
Mailing Address1722 W 42nd AvePine Bluff, AR 71603-7008 · (870) 535-5719 · Fax (870) 536-1963
Phone(870) 535-5719
Fax(870) 536-1963
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateFebruary 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 30, 2019
✔ NPI 1992771174 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License✔ Licensed in AR · R3276
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Also ListedAllergy & ImmunologyTaxonomy 207K00000X · License R3276 (AR)
Also ListedAllergy & Immunology · AllergyTaxonomy 207KA0200X · License R3276 (AR)
Also ListedAudiologistTaxonomy 231H00000X · License R3276 (AR)
1722 W 42ND AVE, Pine Bluff, AR 71603
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Other Identifiers 2

Other54826AR · Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid103062001AR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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

Stephen Donald Shorts 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 ID42283939
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080730000794
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 5

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
465 services312 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
275 services275 patients
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test 92557
A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.
179 services179 patients
Test to assess middle ear function 92567
A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
123 services121 patients
Test for hearing various pitches using earphone 92552
This is a hearing test where earphones are worn to detect different pitch levels. Sounds of various frequencies are played, and you indicate when you hear them. This helps evaluate your hearing ability. It's safe, comfortable, and non-invasive.
52 services51 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71603 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
$119.36 typical visit price
range $51.36 – $157.74
Typical copayment $29.84 (range $12.84 – $39.43)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$64.56 typical visit price
range $16.16 – $128.77
Typical copayment $16.14 (range $4.04 – $32.19)
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 3

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

SOUTH ARK EAR NOSE &THROAT CLINIC P A
Otolaryngology
1722 W 42ND AVE
PINE BLUFF, AR 71603
Jefferson County (870) 535-5719
HEATHER LYNNE MARTIN AU.D.
Audiologist
1722 W 42ND AVE
PINE BLUFF, AR 71603
Jefferson County (870) 535-3002
V. BRYAN PERRY MD PA
Clinic/Center
1722 W 42ND AVE
PINE BLUFF, AR 71603
Jefferson County (870) 535-4141

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 Stephen Shorts's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Shorts is 1992771174. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 27, 2006.

Where is Stephen Shorts located?

Stephen Shorts practices at 1722 W 42nd Ave, Pine Bluff, AR 71603. The listed phone number is (870) 535-5719.

What is Stephen Shorts's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Stephen Shorts enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Shorts 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 Stephen Shorts accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 5 other insurers list Stephen Shorts 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 Stephen Shorts was last updated on April 30, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.