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KENNETH FRETWELL MD
NPI 1144281429
Surgery in Jamaica, NY

Active since March 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
89.52/100
CMS Quality Rating
8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY, SURGICAL SUITE 1ST FLOOR, JAMAICA, NY 11418(718) 206-7110(718) 206-7111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 28, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Kenneth Fretwell Md NPPES

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

KENNETH FRETWELL MD (NPI 1144281429) is an individual surgery provider in Jamaica, New York, licensed in New York (190443) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, and is a graduate of George Washington University School Of Medicine (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144281429
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameKENNETH FRETWELLCredential: MD
Location Address8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY, SURGICAL SUITE 1ST FLOORJamaica, NY 11418
Mailing Address8906 135th Street, 7lJamaica, NY 11418 · (718) 206-7820 · Fax (718) 206-6786
Phone(718) 206-7110
Fax(718) 206-7111
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorge Washington University School Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 28, 2013
✔ NPI 1144281429 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 190443
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY, Jamaica, NY 11418
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified0105CLNY
Medicaid01618666NY
Medicare UPING12236

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

Kenneth Fretwell Md 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 ID5799971255
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101123000236
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 2

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.

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.
29 services22 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Jamaica, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330014
Location89th Avenue And Van Wyck ExpresswayJamaica, NY 11418 · Queens County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 11418 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
$104.17 typical visit price
range $67.00 – $201.98
Typical copayment $26.04 (range $16.75 – $50.49)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$82.96 typical visit price
range $21.62 – $163.52
Typical copayment $20.74 (range $5.40 – $40.88)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

89.52/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality75.34
Promoting Interoperability79
Improvement Activities40
Cost73.91

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.

JASMINE RENDER DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY
QUEENS, NY 11418
Queens County (718) 206-6000
JEAN VAVAL MD
Anesthesiology
8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY
JAMAICA, NY 11418
Queens County (718) 206-6088
BENJAMIN HARRISON BURGER DDS
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY
QUEENS, NY 11418
Queens County (718) 206-6000
DR. SANTHOSH ALEX M.D.
Internal Medicine
8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY
JAMAICA, NY 11418
Queens County (718) 206-6600
MARIAN DUMITRU MD
Anesthesiology
8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY, JAMAICA ANESTHESIA ASSOCIATES PC
JAMAICA, NY 11418
Queens County (718) 206-6088
DR. JOSEPH MICHAEL NARVAEZ D.M.D.
Dentist
8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY, JAMAICA HOSPITAL DENTAL DEPT
JAMAICA, NY 11418
Queens County (718) 206-6980
DR. USMAN KHALID NAQVI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY, JAMAICA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
JAMAICA, NY 11418
Queens County (718) 206-6000
LETICIA CARABUENA MD
Internal Medicine
8900 VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY
JAMAICA, NY 11418
Queens County (718) 206-7001

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 Kenneth Fretwell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Fretwell is 1144281429. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2006.

Where is Kenneth Fretwell located?

Kenneth Fretwell practices at 8900 Van Wyck Expressway Surgical Suite 1st Floor, Jamaica, NY 11418. The listed phone number is (718) 206-7110.

What is Kenneth Fretwell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Kenneth Fretwell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenneth Fretwell 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.

Is Kenneth Fretwell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kenneth Fretwell is affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kenneth Fretwell was last updated on March 28, 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.