Tamara S Shields, CFNP
Tamara S Shields is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in West Lafayette, IN with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Tamara S Shields, CFNP has practiced nursing for 24+ years, working in group practice. With 24+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the West Lafayette area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol and hypertension. CMS MIPS quality score: 81.26/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 57% of MIPS-scored doctors in Indiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Indiana.
MIPS Score
202381.26/100
Indiana avg: 80.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in IndianaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
43
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
97
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
114
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1k
Percentile rankings compared against 557 reporting peers in Indiana.
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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — 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.
Board certified · Oct 12, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Mailing address
10899 S State Road 43, Brookston, IN 47923-8403
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Tamara S Shields
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Tamara S Shields for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to West Lafayette 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 Tamara S Shields
NPI records show Dr. Shields as active with telehealth listed in West Lafayette, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (317) 873-6438.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Tamara S Shields
Practice Location
512 Sagamore Pkwy W, West Lafayette, IN 47906-1458
Mailing Address
10899 S State Road 43, Brookston, IN 47923-8403
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