Quick answers
- Where does Benjamin B. Shields see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Houston, TX. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Benjamin B. Shields's specialty?
- Medicare lists Anesthesiology as the primary specialty.
- Does Benjamin B. Shields accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Benjamin B. Shields accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is the phone number for Benjamin B. Shields?
- (832) 826-3000, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Benjamin B. Shields's NPI number?
- 1306231386. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Benjamin B. Shields is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 6651 Main StHouston, TX 77030 (832) 826‑3000
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Benjamin B. Shields as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Texas Childrens Physician Group671 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Anesthesiologyprimary
Other anesthesiologists in Houston
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Houston, TX — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas |
| Graduation year | 2015 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1306231386 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians