Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lowell Shih, M.D.
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Covington, LA
- NPI 1972846426
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1000 Ochsner Blvd
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828 - Additional location
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1 Gustave L. Levy Place
New York, NY 100296574
(212) 241-6500 - Mailing address
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1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 701212429
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 30, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #309440
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972846426. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
708
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$71,044
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 153 | 116 | $90 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 130 | 113 | $93 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 98 | 98 | $125 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 53 | 49 | $93 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 49 | 49 | $128 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 35 | 33 | $115 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 32 | 23 | $125 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 30 | 21 | $71 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 29 | 22 | $12 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 22 | 21 | $63 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Covington Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician, average services per provider: 47. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$266
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 3 | $178.92 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $55.99 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 1 | $18.83 | |
| Saluda Medical Americas, INC. | 1 | $12.23 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,400
Patients
578
Total drug cost
$16,627
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 452 | 146 | $5,378 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 226 | 78 | $4,013 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 205 | 110 | $611 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 187 | 82 | $1,401 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 129 | 44 | $3,750 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 53 | 50 | $373 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 43 | 30 | $195 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 35 | 19 | $229 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 33 | 19 | $326 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 25 | 0 | $159 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lowell Shih's medical specialty?
Dr. Lowell Shih practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Covington, LA.
Where does Dr. Lowell Shih practice?
Dr. Lowell Shih practices at 1000 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433. Office phone: 9858752828.
What is Dr. Lowell Shih's NPI?
Dr. Lowell Shih's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972846426, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lowell Shih accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lowell Shih accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lowell Shih commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance (HCPCS 62323); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.