Mary Teresa Shinn, MD
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Mary Teresa Shinn is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Fayetteville, AR with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across AR can see Mary Teresa Shinn, MD in person in Fayetteville or via virtual visit — no travel required. She graduated from University of Arkansas College of Medicine in 1995 and has 31+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 31% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
- Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5507dNPPES updated 2011-04-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arkansas State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
12 E Appleby Rd Ste 101, Fayetteville, AR 72703-3901
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.97%
Arkansas avg: 5.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.1 pts)
2.97% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.2%
Arkansas avg: 85.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ArkansasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
431
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
520
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,363
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $414k
Percentile rankings compared against 124 reporting peers in Arkansas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Education & Training
University of Arkansas College of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Primary hospital affiliation: Childrens
CMS Certification Number: 143302
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Mary Teresa Shinn
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mary Teresa Shinn for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Fayetteville required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Teresa Shinn
NPI records show Dr. Shinn as active with telehealth listed in Fayetteville, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (479) 463-4444.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mary Teresa Shinn
Practice Location
12 E Appleby Rd Ste 101, Fayetteville, AR 72703-3901
Mailing Address
12 E Appleby Rd Ste 101, Fayetteville, AR 72703-3901
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