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HEATHER A CHILDERS-OKAS DO
NPI 1093782765
Internal Medicine in Madison, WI

Active since March 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
202 SO. PARK ST., MERITER HOSPITAL, MADISON, WI 53715(608) 417-6175(608) 417-6175 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 8, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Heather A Childers-okas Do NPPES

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

HEATHER A CHILDERS-OKAS DO (NPI 1093782765) is an individual internal medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (44319) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Meriter, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093782765
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameHEATHER A CHILDERS-OKASCredential: DO
Location Address202 SO. PARK ST., MERITER HOSPITALMadison, WI 53715
Mailing Address202 So. Park St., Meriter HospitalMadison, WI 53715
Phone(608) 417-6175
Fax(608) 417-6175
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateMarch 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 8, 2013
✔ NPI 1093782765 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in WI · 44319
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 44319 (WI)
202 SO. PARK ST., Madison, WI 53715
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid43499100WI
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified042B15875WI
Medicare UPINH42595

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Group Health Cooperative-SCW.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

Heather A Childers-okas Do 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 ID1456416205
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090211000736
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 6

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.
325 services157 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.
102 services63 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
75 services74 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
57 services55 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.
45 services44 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.
18 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Unitypoint Health - Meriter

Acute Care Hospitals · Madison, WI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520089
Location202 S Park StMadison, WI 53715 · Dane County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority

Acute Care Hospitals · Madison, WI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number520098
Location600 Highland AvenueMadison, WI 53792 · Dane County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 53715 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
$123.69 typical visit price
range $53.90 – $163.24
Typical copayment $30.92 (range $13.47 – $40.81)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.41 typical visit price
range $17.40 – $133.76
Typical copayment $23.85 (range $4.35 – $33.44)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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 2

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

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$6.51 avg. paid by Medicare
Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$40.99 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

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

FRANK P. POLYAK M.D.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
202 SO. PARK ST., MERITER HOSPITAL EHS
MADISON, WI 53715
Dane County (608) 417-6158

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 Heather Childers-okas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Childers-okas is 1093782765. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 2, 2006.

Where is Heather Childers-okas located?

Heather Childers-okas practices at 202 So. Park St. Meriter Hospital, Madison, WI 53715. The listed phone number is (608) 417-6175.

What is Heather Childers-okas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Heather Childers-okas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Childers-okas 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 Heather Childers-okas accept?

Health plans from Group Health Cooperative-SCW list Heather Childers-okas 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 Heather Childers-okas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Heather Childers-okas is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Meriter and University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Childers-okas was last updated on February 8, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.