Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Maria Shepard, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1609865419
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.5 / 100 · 2023
- 29 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1500 Citywest Blvd, Ste. 300
Houston, TX 770422300
(713) 620-4000
fax (713) 458-4229 - Mailing address
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Po Box 650865
Dallas, TX 752650865
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 28, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #K6505
- Medicaid (2)
- TX #153690607 · TX #153690605
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609865419. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
49
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$3,020
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00811 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope | 14 | 14 | $76 | |
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 12 | 12 | $96 | |
76942 |
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement | 12 | 12 | $31 | |
64999 |
Other procedure on nervous system | 11 | 11 | $39 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 281 peers in Houston Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 33. This provider delivers 1.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$116
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 2 | $50.10 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 3 | $40.88 | |
| Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $24.83 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Maria Shepard's medical specialty?
Dr. Maria Shepard practices Anesthesiology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Maria Shepard practice?
Dr. Maria Shepard practices at 1500 Citywest Blvd, Houston, TX 770422300. Office phone: 7136204000.
What is Dr. Maria Shepard's NPI?
Dr. Maria Shepard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609865419, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Maria Shepard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Maria Shepard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Maria Shepard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00811); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731); Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement (HCPCS 76942). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.