Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Donald Shields, M.D., PH.D.
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Neurological Surgery Physician · Spartanburg, SC
- NPI 1962460907
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 61.0 / 100 · 2023
- 26 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1330 Boiling Springs RD Ste 1600
Spartanburg, SC 293034219
(864) 582-6396
fax (864) 582-1608 - Additional location
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2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Suite 7-420
Washington, DC 200373201
(202) 741-2750
fax (202) 741-2742 - Mailing address
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1330 Boiling Springs RD, Ste 1600
Spartanburg, SC 293034219
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 27, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Massachusetts #227465 · Maryland #68374
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962460907. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,761
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$142,568
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 483 | 134 | $24 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 179 | 131 | $83 | |
72110 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | 143 | 140 | $46 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 94 | 86 | $116 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 89 | 89 | $103 | |
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 87 | 46 | $20 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 83 | 83 | $152 | |
97750 |
Test or measurement for functional capacity, each 15 minutes | 76 | 35 | $27 | |
72050 |
X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views | 69 | 68 | $49 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 49 | 38 | $36 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Spartanburg Neurological Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 77. This provider delivers 23× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$157
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monteris Medical Corporation | 1 | $116.29 | |
| Inari Medical, INC. | 1 | $40.92 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
493
Patients
296
Total drug cost
$5,565
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 102 | 46 | $1,100 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 92 | 62 | $680 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 62 | 47 | $418 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 46 | 44 | $131 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 38 | 14 | $376 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 32 | 18 | $395 |
| Naloxone Hcl | Generic | 22 | 22 | $1,640 |
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 21 | 0 | $160 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $167 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 15 | 15 | $222 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Donald Shields's medical specialty?
Dr. Donald Shields practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Spartanburg, SC.
Where does Dr. Donald Shields practice?
Dr. Donald Shields practices at 1330 Boiling Springs RD Ste 1600, Spartanburg, SC 293034219. Office phone: 8645826396.
What is Dr. Donald Shields's NPI?
Dr. Donald Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962460907, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Donald Shields accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Donald Shields accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Donald Shields commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views (HCPCS 72110). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.