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

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
2131 S 17Th St
Wilmington, NC 284017407
(910) 442-1100
fax (910) 442-1199
Mailing address
Po Box 3686
Wilmington, NC 284060686

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
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

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

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

CMS Provider Utilization
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

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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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.