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Ophthalmology

Steven M. Shields, MD

Sees patients in Chesterfield, MO · O Fallon, MO · Washington, MO · Missouri

Summary

Steven M. Shields, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 3 practice locations in Chesterfield, MO, O Fallon, MO and Washington, MO. NPI 1548296452. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Steven M. Shields, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
40Years since medical school (graduated 1986)
Washington University School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
West County Ophthalmology IncGroup practice (+1 more)

Quick answers

Where does Steven M. Shields see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 3 practice locations, including Chesterfield, MO, O Fallon, MO and Washington, MO. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Steven M. Shields's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Steven M. Shields accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Steven M. 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 Steven M. Shields?
(314) 878-9902, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Steven M. Shields's NPI number?
1548296452. 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 Steven M. Shields is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Steven M. Shields as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • West County Ophthalmology Inc6 clinicians in the group
  • Comprehensive Eye Care Ltd2 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other ophthalmologists in Chesterfield

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Chesterfield, MO — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolWashington University School Of Medicine
Graduation year1986
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1548296452
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians