Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melissa Shafer, PA-C
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Augusta, GA
- NPI 1891955142
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.8 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1120 15Th St
Augusta, GA 309122651
(706) 721-8623
fax (706) 721-1459 - Mailing address
-
1120 15Th St Ste Bi1056
Augusta, GA 309120004
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 11, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #004780
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1891955142. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
59
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$4,852
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 22 | 22 | $110 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 20 | 19 | $77 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 17 | 17 | $52 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 121. This provider delivers 0.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$401
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATRICURE, INC. | 7 | $310.58 | |
| Team 1, Llc | 1 | $37.39 | |
| Inari Medical, Inc. | 1 | $23.53 | |
| Solventum Corporation | 1 | $15.37 | |
| Haemonetics Corporation | 1 | $13.83 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
96
Patients
74
Total drug cost
$806
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 34 | 22 | $394 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 31 | 23 | $280 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 31 | 29 | $132 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melissa Shafer's medical specialty?
Dr. Melissa Shafer practices Surgical Physician Assistant in Augusta, GA.
Where does Dr. Melissa Shafer practice?
Dr. Melissa Shafer practices at 1120 15Th St, Augusta, GA 309122651. Office phone: 7067218623.
What is Dr. Melissa Shafer's NPI?
Dr. Melissa Shafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891955142, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melissa Shafer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Shafer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melissa Shafer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.