Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Shakar, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Wilmington, NC
- NPI 1861497687
- Accepts Medicare
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2131 S 17Th St
Wilmington, NC 284017407
(910) 442-1100
fax (910) 442-1199 - Mailing address
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Po Box 3686
Wilmington, NC 284060686
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 20, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #9801488
- Medicaid
- NC #891176A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861497687. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
350
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$30,334
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
76942 |
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement | 41 | 40 | $29 | |
01402 |
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement | 37 | 37 | $151 | |
64450 |
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch | 37 | 37 | $39 | |
00142 |
Anesthesia for lens surgery | 35 | 35 | $53 | |
00790 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen | 32 | 32 | $171 | |
00840 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen | 26 | 26 | $145 | |
01810 |
Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand | 23 | 23 | $53 | |
01214 |
Anesthesia for total hip replacement | 19 | 19 | $155 | |
36620 |
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin | 17 | 17 | $42 | |
00400 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body | 16 | 15 | $92 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 19 peers in Wilmington Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 22. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Shakar's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Shakar practices Anesthesiology Physician in Wilmington, NC.
Where does Dr. Robert Shakar practice?
Dr. Robert Shakar practices at 2131 S 17Th St, Wilmington, NC 284017407. Office phone: 9104421100.
What is Dr. Robert Shakar's NPI?
Dr. Robert Shakar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861497687, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Shakar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Shakar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Shakar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement (HCPCS 76942); Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement (HCPCS 01402); Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch (HCPCS 64450). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.