DR. DANIELLE ANN WHITACRE M.D.
NPI 1134316540
Family Medicine in Lakewood, CO

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Danielle Whitacre is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Danielle Whitacre is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• PECOS PAC ID: 7517003601

  What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
  A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

• PECOS Enrollment ID: I20091002000338, I20240626000577

  What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
  The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

• Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

  What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
  When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
  A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

• DME-Other DME (DE017N)

  Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips (HCPCS:A4253)

  9 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 35 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

  Lancets, per box of 100 (HCPCS:A4259)

  4 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Powered pressure reducing mattress overlay/pad, alternating, with pump, includes heavy duty (HCPCS:E0181)

  2 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 20 Services Paid

• DME-Hospital Beds (DB000N)

  Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress (HCPCS:E0260)

  2 DME suppliers used 38 Medicare Claims 38 Services Paid

• DME-Hospital Beds (DB000N)

  Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress (HCPCS:E0261)

  2 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 19 Services Paid

• DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)

  Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)

  2 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 20 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-tipping device, each (HCPCS:E0971)

  1 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 32 Services Paid

• DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

  Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

  7 DME suppliers used 74 Medicare Claims 75 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

  3 DME suppliers used 45 Medicare Claims 45 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Standard hemi (low seat) wheelchair (HCPCS:K0002)

  2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Lightweight wheelchair (HCPCS:K0003)

  2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) (HCPCS:K0195)

  2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

Unknown

• Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB006N)

  Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape (HCPCS:B4034)

  1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 330 Services Paid

• Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB006N)

  Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit (HCPCS:B4152)

  2 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 8539 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Adm sarscov2 100mcg/0.5ml3rd

This is the administration of a third dose of a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine, given in a dose of 100 micrograms in 0.5 milliliters. This vaccine helps your body develop immunity against the COVID-19 virus. It's a crucial step in protecting your health.

This service was performed 33 times for 33 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month

Chronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.

This service was performed 1,086 times for 652 patients

Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, first 30 minutes provided personally by health care professional, per calendar month

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional personally providing care for patients with two or more chronic conditions. This service, offered monthly, focuses on the first 30 minutes of care, helping manage and coordinate the patient's health needs.

This service was performed 43 times for 43 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

This service was performed 3,129 times for 1,715 patients

Complex chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, each additional 60 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month

Complex chronic care management is a service for patients with multiple chronic conditions. It involves an additional 60 minutes per month of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional. This service assists in managing your health conditions effectively.

This service was performed 181 times for 111 patients

Complex chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, first 60 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month

Complex chronic care management is a service for patients with two or more long-term health conditions. It involves a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in providing care for the first 60 minutes each month. This helps manage your health conditions effectively.

This service was performed 118 times for 111 patients

Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 1 hour

This service involves a healthcare professional visiting an established patient in a group care facility or assisted living for about an hour. The visit may include health checks, medication management, and addressing any health concerns to maintain the patient's well-being.

This service was performed 25 times for 24 patients

Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 25 minutes

This refers to a routine medical visit for an established patient living in a group care facility, custodial care, or assisted living. The visit typically lasts 25 minutes and includes a check-up and discussion about ongoing healthcare needs.

This service was performed 43 times for 41 patients

Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 40 minutes

This is a routine visit for established patients residing in care facilities like nursing homes or assisted living. The visit typically lasts about 40 minutes, during which the healthcare provider checks your overall health, discusses any concerns, and adjusts care plans as needed.

This service was performed 136 times for 111 patients

Follow-up psychiatric collaborative care management, subsequent calendar month, first 60 minutes

This service involves continued psychiatric care management for the next calendar month, covering the first 60 minutes. It includes communication with you and your healthcare team, planning and adjusting your treatment, and monitoring your progress.

This service was performed 58 times for 21 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

This service was performed 1,564 times for 1,328 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a

This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.

This service was performed 1,289 times for 656 patients

Psychiatric collaborative care management per calendar month, each additional 30 minutes

Psychiatric collaborative care management is a treatment approach where a team of health professionals work together to provide optimal care. This includes monitoring your health, adjusting treatments, and coordinating care. If a session extends beyond the usual time, each additional 30 minutes is accounted for.

This service was performed 67 times for 17 patients

Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial supply of devices with daily recordings or programmed alerts transmission, each 30 days

This service involves using devices to remotely track body functions like heart rate or blood pressure. These devices, provided initially, record data daily or send alerts if readings are abnormal. The service is renewed every 30 days.

This service was performed 65 times for 11 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $22.35 for a new patient copayment and $25.5 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 80215 ZIP code area.

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

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