Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paula Shelton, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Emergency Medicine Physician · San Antonio, TX
- NPI 1396004149
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4502 Medical Dr
San Antonio, TX 782294402
(210) 358-3931 - Mailing address
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7703 Floyd Curl Dr
San Antonio, TX 782293901
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 19, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #53180
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396004149. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
657
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$76,590
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 306 | 297 | $165 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 152 | 149 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 138 | 134 | $111 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 35 | 35 | $201 | |
31500 |
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope | 13 | 11 | $133 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 13 | 13 | $68 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 225 peers in this city , average services per provider: 135. This provider delivers 4.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$196
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $146.25 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 2 | $29.61 | |
| Purdue Pharma L.P. | 1 | $20.26 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
375
Patients
360
Total drug cost
$2,978
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 66 | 65 | $284 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 35 | 35 | $338 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 32 | 32 | $245 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 32 | 32 | $133 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 30 | 30 | $319 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 29 | 29 | $153 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 26 | 26 | $353 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 25 | 25 | $233 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 20 | 20 | $39 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 19 | 18 | $49 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paula Shelton's medical specialty?
Dr. Paula Shelton practices Family Medicine Physician in San Antonio, TX.
Where does Dr. Paula Shelton practice?
Dr. Paula Shelton practices at 4502 Medical Dr, San Antonio, TX 782294402. Office phone: 2103583931.
What is Dr. Paula Shelton's NPI?
Dr. Paula Shelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396004149, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paula Shelton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paula Shelton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paula Shelton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.