Paul Shekane, M.D.
Paul Shekane is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in New York, NY with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PAIN MANAGEMENT
Paul Shekane, M.D. practices as part of a group pain medicine anesthesiology specialist practice in New York, NY. He has been practicing since 2012 — over 14 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
Older · 274dNPPES updated 2025-08-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better14.86%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+9.8 pts)
14.86% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
195
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
75
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
397
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $19k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
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 (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$811 received from industry
9 transactions reported in 2018 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Paul Shekane's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Aug 21, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
14 years in practice
Established
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Mailing address
Po Box 28082, New York, NY 10087-8082
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Paul Shekane
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paul Shekane for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to New York 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 Paul Shekane
NPI records show Dr. Shekane as active with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 987-3100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Paul Shekane
Practice Location
1000 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019-1147
Mailing Address
Po Box 28082, New York, NY 10087-8082
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