ROBERT KNOWLES M.D.
NPI 1013915602
Surgery in Roanoke, VA

Active since July 08, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
101 ELM AVE SE, ROANOKE, VA 24013(540) 224-4325(540) 224-4399 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 23, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 23, 2022, Nov 9, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Robert Knowles M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

ROBERT KNOWLES M.D. (NPI 1013915602) is an individual surgery provider in Roanoke, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101058403) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carilion Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Peterborough.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013915602
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameROBERT KNOWLESCredential: M.D.
Location Address101 ELM AVE SERoanoke, VA 24013-2222
Mailing Address213 S Jefferson St Ste 1006Roanoke, VA 24011-1713 · (540) 224-5715 · Fax (540) 224-5684
Fax(540) 224-4399
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 23, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 23, 2022
NPI 1013915602 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses Licensed in VA · 0101058403 Licensed in NH · 15835
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedRegistered Nurse · Wound CareTaxonomy 163WW0000X · License 0101058403 (VA)
101 ELM AVE SE, Roanoke, VA 24013

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1454 Old Street Rd, Suite 201Peterborough, NH 03458-1200 · Phone (603) 924-4668 · Fax (603) 924-4669

Other Identifiers 2

Other002960301NH · Medicare Ptan
Medicaid3077483NH

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Robert Knowles M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1557370517
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100202000546
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
435 services147 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
97 services90 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
83 services68 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
75 services75 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
49 services34 patients
Application of skin substitute graft to wound of trunk, arms, or legs, 25.0 sq cm or less of wound 100.0 sq cm or less 15271
This procedure involves applying a skin substitute graft to a wound on the trunk, arms, or legs. The graft, a lab-grown skin, is used to cover a wound area of 25.0 sq cm or less, within a total wound area of 100.0 sq cm or less. It aids in healing and regeneration.
47 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Carilion Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Roanoke, VA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490024
Location1906 Belleview Avenue, SERoanoke, VA 24014 · Roanoke City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carilion New River Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Christiansburg, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490042
Location2900 Lamb CircleChristiansburg, VA 24073 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 24013 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$86.88 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.72 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.08 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $17.52 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Collagen dressing, sterile, size 16 sq. in. or less, each A6021
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers17 claims428 services$20.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing A6196
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
3 suppliers19 claims576 services$7.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing A6209
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers14 claims324 services$7.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing A6212
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
3 suppliers22 claims301 services$9.39 avg. paid by Medicare
Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing A6252
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
4 suppliers19 claims580 services$3.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$168.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
101 ELM AVE SE
ROANOKE, VA 24013
Physician Assistant
101 ELM AVE SE
ROANOKE, VA 24013
Physician Assistant
101 ELM AVE SE
ROANOKE, VA 24013
Physician Assistant
101 ELM AVE SE
ROANOKE, VA 24013
Physician Assistant
101 ELM AVE SE
ROANOKE, VA 24013
Physician Assistant
101 ELM AVE SE
ROANOKE, VA 24013
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
101 ELM AVE SE
ROANOKE, VA 24013
Physician Assistant
101 ELM AVE SE
ROANOKE, VA 24013

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Robert Knowles's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Knowles is 1013915602. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2005.

Where is Robert Knowles located?

Robert Knowles practices at 101 Elm Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24013. The listed phone number is (540) 224-4325.

What is Robert Knowles's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Robert Knowles enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Knowles is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Robert Knowles affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Knowles is affiliated with Carilion Medical Center and Carilion New River Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Knowles was last updated on August 23, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.