Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Shields, MD
Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · Burlington, VT
- NPI 1548237852
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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111 Colchester Ave, Fletcher Allen Health Care Dept of Radiology
Burlington, VT 054011473
(802) 847-3592
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 9, 2014
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2085R0204X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Vermont #42-0010771
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1548237852. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
340
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$23,402
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 86 | 82 | $12 | |
74174 |
Ct scan of blood vessels of abdomen and pelvis with contrast | 76 | 73 | $101 | |
76937 |
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access | 29 | 29 | $13 | |
77001 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for insertion or removal of central vein access device | 23 | 23 | $17 | |
76942 |
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement | 21 | 21 | $29 | |
32408 |
Core needle biopsy of lung or center cavity of chest (mediastinum), accessed through skin | 19 | 19 | $144 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 18 | 18 | $125 | |
36561 |
Insertion of central venous tube with port (5 years or older) | 17 | 17 | $312 | |
77012 |
Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement | 16 | 16 | $68 | |
49424 |
Injection of contrast through abdominal cavity tube for x-ray study | 12 | 11 | $35 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Burlington Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 67. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Shields's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Shields practices Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician in Burlington, VT.
Where does Dr. Joseph Shields practice?
Dr. Joseph Shields practices at 111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 054011473. Office phone: 8028473592.
What is Dr. Joseph Shields's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548237852, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Shields commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older) (HCPCS 99152); Ct scan of blood vessels of abdomen and pelvis with contrast (HCPCS 74174); Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access (HCPCS 76937). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.