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Dr. Michael Shuler, MD
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Athens, GA
- NPI 1497944565
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 8 locations across 1 states.
- Primary practice
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1765 Old West Broad St
Athens, GA 306062853
(706) 549-1663
fax (706) 546-8792 - Mailing address
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1765 Old West Broad St Bldg 2-200
Athens, GA 306062887
Georgia — 7 locations
- Additional location
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1000 Cowles Clinc Way Ste A-400
Greensboro, GA 306425289 - Additional location
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1000 Cowles Clinc Way Ste C-200
Greensboro, GA 306425287 - Additional location
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125 King Ave
Athens, GA 306066734 - Additional location
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1553 Janmar RD
Snellville, GA 300785606
(770) 554-5009 - Additional location
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1774 Old West Broad St
Athens, GA 306062865 - Additional location
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3440 Highway 81
Loganville, GA 300529112
(770) 554-5009 - Additional location
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855 King Ave
Athens, GA 306062837
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 11, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #53723
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497944565. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,502
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$442,521
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0775 |
Injection, collagenase, clostridium histolyticum, 0.01 mg | 2,340 | 12 | $65 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 266 | 266 | $105 | |
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 249 | 245 | $33 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 226 | 192 | $84 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 151 | 117 | $37 | |
29848 |
Release of wrist ligament using an endoscope | 131 | 110 | $370 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 115 | 110 | $120 | |
26055 |
Incision of tendon covering of finger | 106 | 79 | $207 | |
J2920 |
Injection, methylprednisolone sodium succinate, up to 40 mg | 103 | 78 | $4 | |
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 96 | 88 | $90 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 145. This provider delivers 31× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$8,498
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linvatec Corporation | 4 | $8,479.46 | |
| Medline Industries LP | 1 | $18.45 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,051
Patients
911
Total drug cost
$207,740
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 370 | 345 | $1,284 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 230 | 199 | $1,743 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 191 | 180 | $448 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 162 | 99 | $615 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 37 | 31 | $262 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 31 | 29 | $225 |
| Xiaflex (Collagenase Clostridium Hist.) | Brand | 18 | 16 | $203,145 |
| Promethazine Hcl | Generic | 12 | 12 | $18 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Shuler's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Shuler practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Athens, GA.
Where does Dr. Michael Shuler practice?
Dr. Michael Shuler practices at 1765 Old West Broad St, Athens, GA 306062853. Office phone: 7065491663.
What is Dr. Michael Shuler's NPI?
Dr. Michael Shuler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497944565, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Shuler accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Shuler accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Shuler commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, collagenase, clostridium histolyticum, 0.01 mg (HCPCS J0775); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73130). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.