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DR. DONALD WILLIAM SIMMLER II M.D.
NPI 1063435535
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in St Petersburg, FL

Active since July 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1200 7TH AVE N, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705(727) 820-7737(727) 825-1223 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 18, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 18, 2022, Oct 23, 2019, Jun 23, 2016 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Donald William Simmler Ii M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DONALD WILLIAM SIMMLER II M.D. (NPI 1063435535) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in St Petersburg, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME 33698) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Anthonys Hospital, and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063435535
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. DONALD WILLIAM SIMMLER IICredential: M.D.
Location Address1200 7TH AVE NSt Petersburg, FL 33705-1300
Mailing Address1200 7th Ave NSt Petersburg, FL 33705-1300 · (727) 820-7737 · Fax (727) 825-1223
Phone(727) 820-7737
Fax(727) 825-1223
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 1975
Enumeration DateJuly 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 18, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 18, 2022
✔ NPI 1063435535 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME 33698
Definition

An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License ME 33698 (FL)
1200 7TH AVE N, St Petersburg, FL 33705
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid012233500FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AvMed.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

Dr. Donald William Simmler Ii 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 ID3274564141
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160204000643
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 5

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 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.
156 services82 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.
134 services121 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.
74 services55 patients
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.
35 services28 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.
14 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Anthonys Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Petersburg, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number100067
Location1200 Seventh Ave NSaint Petersburg, FL 33705 · Pinellas County
Emergency services

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.

DR. TODD KENNETH LETZRING D.O.
Anesthesiology
1200 7TH AVE N
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705
Pinellas County (727) 825-1053
DR. VINCENT B ROWLEY M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1200 7TH AVE N
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705
Pinellas County (727) 825-1100
DR. PETE KONIDAS PHARM. D.
Pharmacist
1200 7TH AVE N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33705
Pinellas County (727) 825-1116
MRS. MEGAN ANN GERAGE APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1200 7TH AVE N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33705
Pinellas County (727) 820-7737
KELLI LAUREN WETZEL MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
1200 7TH AVE N
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705
Pinellas County (727) 825-1189
DR. MATTHEW J RAHAIM MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1200 7TH AVE N
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705
Pinellas County (727) 825-1100
ANDREW MOEN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1200 7TH AVE N
SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33705
Pinellas County (727) 825-1100
BEBE NGUYEN SCHULMAN MD
Emergency Medicine
1200 7TH AVE N
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705
Pinellas County (727) 825-1100

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 Donald Simmler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Donald Simmler is 1063435535. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 25, 2006.

Where is Donald Simmler located?

Donald Simmler practices at 1200 7th Ave N, St Petersburg, FL 33705. The listed phone number is (727) 820-7737.

What is Donald Simmler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Donald Simmler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Donald Simmler 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.

What insurance does Donald Simmler accept?

Health plans from AvMed list Donald Simmler as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Donald Simmler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Donald Simmler is affiliated with St Anthonys Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Donald Simmler was last updated on April 18, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.