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JOHN L KENNEDY JR. M.D.
NPI 1144263062
Anesthesiology in Jackson, MS

Active since June 14, 2006PECOS Enrolled
971 LAKELAND DR, SUITE 202, JACKSON, MS 39216(601) 362-1990(601) 362-1988 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About John L Kennedy Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

JOHN L KENNEDY JR. M.D. (NPI 1144263062) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Jackson, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (11740) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Dominic-jackson Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144263062
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN L KENNEDY JR.Credential: M.D.
Location Address971 LAKELAND DR, SUITE 202Jackson, MS 39216-4643
Mailing Address971 Lakeland Dr, Suite 202Jackson, MS 39216-4643 · (601) 362-1990 · Fax (601) 362-1988
Fax(601) 362-1988
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJune 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1144263062 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in MS · 11740
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.
971 LAKELAND DR, Jackson, MS 39216

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00112364MS

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

John L Kennedy Jr. 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 ID7315927084
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101203000551
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 19

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.

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
83 services78 patients
Anesthesia for electroshock therapy 00104
Anesthesia for electroshock therapy involves administering medications to put you into a deep sleep. This ensures you won't feel pain or remember the procedure. It's essential for your comfort and safety during the therapy.
57 services11 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
41 services41 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.
35 services35 patients
Anesthesia for retinal surgery 00145
Anesthesia for retinal surgery involves using medications to numb your eye and surrounding area. This prevents pain and discomfort during the procedure. You may also receive medication to help you relax. The anesthesia can be local (just your eye) or general (you're asleep).
27 services27 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.
24 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number250048
Location969 Lakeland DrJackson, MS 39216 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Whitfield Medical Surgical Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Whitfield, MS
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number250134
Location3550 Hwy 468 W, Bldg 60Whitfield, MS 39193 · Rankin County

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Post-Anesthetic Transfer of Care Measure: Procedure Room to a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who are under the care of an anesthesia practitioner and are admitted to a PACU or other non-ICU location in which a post-anesthetic formal transfer of care protocol or checklist which includes the key transfer of…
100%26 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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%37 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.

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.

Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
971 LAKELAND DR, SUITE 450
JACKSON, MS 39216
Anesthesiology
971 LAKELAND DR, SUITE 202
JACKSON, MS 39216
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
971 LAKELAND DR, STE 750
JACKSON, MS 39216
Specialist
971 LAKELAND DR, SUITE 1052
JACKSON, MS 39216
Anesthesiology
971 LAKELAND DR, SUIITE 202
JACKSON, MS 39216
Specialist
971 LAKELAND DR, SUITE 1052
JACKSON, MS 39216
Audiologist
971 LAKELAND DR, SUITE 854
JACKSON, MS 39216
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
971 LAKELAND DR, SUITE 557
JACKSON, MS 39216

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 John Kennedy's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Kennedy is 1144263062. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2006.

Where is John Kennedy located?

John Kennedy practices at 971 Lakeland Dr Suite 202, Jackson, MS 39216. The listed phone number is (601) 362-1990.

What is John Kennedy's specialty?

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

Is John Kennedy enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Kennedy 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 John Kennedy accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health Plan, Inc. list John Kennedy 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 John Kennedy affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Kennedy is affiliated with St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital and Whitfield Medical Surgical Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Kennedy was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 27 days 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.