HELEN SHINRU WEI M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1023472362
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Lexington, KY

Q: What is Helen Wei's NPI number?

The NPI number for Helen Wei is 1023472362. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 13, 2016.

Q: What is Helen Wei's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Helen Wei was last updated on January 13, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 months 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 April 13, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

740 S LIMESTONE STE L119, LEXINGTON, KY 40536(859) 257-3253(859) 323-1203 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 13, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 23, 2024, Apr 2, 2023, Jul 24, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Helen Shinru Wei M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

HELEN SHINRU WEI M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1023472362) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (59901) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Meadowview Regional Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Boston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023472362

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X

Provider Legal NameHELEN SHINRU WEICredential: M.D., PH.D.

Location Address740 S LIMESTONE STE L119Lexington, KY 40536-2696

Mailing Address55 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114-2696 · (617) 643-2439

Phone(859) 257-3253

Fax(859) 323-1203

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateApril 13, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 13, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 13, 2025

✔ NPI 1023472362 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2086S0102X

Licenses✔ Licensed in KY · 59901✔ Licensed in MA · 291126

Definition

A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.

Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 291126 (MA)

Also ListedSurgery · Trauma SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0127X · License 291126 (MA)

740 S LIMESTONE STE L119, Lexington, KY 40536

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 155 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114-2696 · Phone (617) 643-2439

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

Helen Shinru Wei M.d., Ph.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 ID6406218858

PECOS Enrollment IDI20241023002203

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

78 services46 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

53 services53 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

47 services47 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

38 services28 patients

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.

28 services18 patients

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.

23 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Meadowview Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Maysville, KY

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number180019

Location989 Medical Park DriveMaysville, KY 41056 · Mason County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ephraim Mcdowell Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Danville, KY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180048

Location217 South Third StreetDanville, KY 40422 · Boyle County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Kentucky Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number180067

Location800 Rose StreetLexington, KY 40536 · Fayette County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

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