Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Shelton, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Fort Worth, TX
- NPI 1811972300
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.9 / 100 · 2023
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
900 W Magnolia Ave, Ste 100
Fort Worth, TX 761048517
(817) 870-7300
fax (817) 335-9529 - Mailing address
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Po Box 35629
Dallas, TX 752350629
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 20, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #L3472
- Medicaid
- TX #160615403
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1811972300. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
712
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$91,446
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 130 | 130 | $242 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 116 | 113 | $63 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 106 | 93 | $123 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 84 | 84 | $162 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 61 | 61 | $56 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 53 | 33 | $78 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 48 | 48 | $71 | |
43248 |
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope | 32 | 32 | $118 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 24 | 22 | $84 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 22 | 22 | $177 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 23 peers in Fort Worth Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 72. This provider delivers 9.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,550
Transactions
55
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 27 | $561.06 | |
| Enterra Medical, INC. | 5 | $513.66 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 6 | $101.58 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 4 | $61.22 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $45.46 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $39.35 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $32.93 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 1 | $27.94 | |
| Qol Medical, LLC | 1 | $27.78 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $20.13 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $19.32 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 1 | $19.30 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $18.97 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $18.92 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $14.69 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,133
Patients
465
Total drug cost
$125,788
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 395 | 126 | $7,079 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 196 | 192 | $32,697 |
| Colestipol Hcl | Generic | 95 | 27 | $13,067 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 75 | 27 | $1,086 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 64 | 21 | $1,725 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 58 | 22 | $10,976 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 45 | 14 | $1,068 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 41 | 17 | $35,510 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 31 | 0 | $3,117 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 28 | 0 | $943 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Shelton's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Shelton practices Gastroenterology Physician in Fort Worth, TX.
Where does Dr. Joseph Shelton practice?
Dr. Joseph Shelton practices at 900 W Magnolia Ave, Fort Worth, TX 761048517. Office phone: 8178707300.
What is Dr. Joseph Shelton's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Shelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811972300, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Shelton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Shelton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Shelton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.