MERLIN J WEHLING M.D.
NPI 1023122272
Anesthesiology in Kearney, NE

Q: What is Merlin Wehling's NPI number?

The NPI number for Merlin Wehling is 1023122272. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 17, 2006.

Q: What is Merlin Wehling's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Merlin Wehling was last updated on November 12, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.

Active since August 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

92.39/100

CMS Quality Rating

804 22ND AVE, KEARNEY, NE 68845(308) 455-3600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 12, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Merlin J Wehling M.d. NPPES

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

MERLIN J WEHLING M.D. (NPI 1023122272) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Kearney, Nebraska, licensed in Nebraska (23180) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kearney Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Loma Linda University School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023122272

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameMERLIN J WEHLINGCredential: M.D.

Location Address804 22ND AVEKearney, NE 68845-2234

Mailing Address6420 56th AveKearney, NE 68845-0380 · (308) 627-7528 · Fax (308) 893-4128

Phone(308) 455-3600

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSLoma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated 2001

Enumeration DateAugust 17, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 12, 2014

✔ NPI 1023122272 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in NE · 23180

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

804 22ND AVE, Kearney, NE 68845

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified279135NE

Medicare UPINI34613NE

Medicaid47068834613NE

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Merlin J Wehling 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 ID8921036005

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050729000832

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 7

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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

61 services30 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

29 services28 patients

Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556

This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.

27 services26 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

15 services14 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.

15 services15 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum 00902

Anesthesia for procedures on the anus and rectum ensures comfort during medical procedures. It involves the administration of medication to numb the area or induce sleep, so you don't feel pain or discomfort. This helps doctors perform necessary procedures smoothly and effectively.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Kearney Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kearney, NE

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number280134

Location804 22nd AvenueKearney, NE 68845 · Buffalo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

92.39/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

84.79

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Pre-operative OSA assessment

Percentage of patients who undergo a surgical procedure in the operating room/procedure room that have a pre-operative assessment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

100%619 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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

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