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VALERIE CATHERINE MCWHORTER M.D.
NPI 1164528139
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Bellingham, WA

Active since September 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3614 MERIDIAN ST., SUITE 100, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225(360) 734-2800(360) 734-3818 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 21, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 21, 2025, May 11, 2022, Mar 31, 2020 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2016).

About Valerie Catherine Mcwhorter M.d. NPPES

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

VALERIE CATHERINE MCWHORTER M.D. (NPI 1164528139) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Bellingham, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60428765) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Salem Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164528139
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameVALERIE CATHERINE MCWHORTERCredential: M.D.
Location Address3614 MERIDIAN ST., SUITE 100Bellingham, WA 98225-1748
Mailing Address3560 Meridian St Ste 101Bellingham, WA 98225-1731 · (360) 734-2800 · Fax (360) 734-3818
Phone(360) 734-2800
Fax(360) 734-3818
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateSeptember 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 21, 20257 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 21, 2025
✔ NPI 1164528139 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WA · MD60428765✔ Licensed in CA · A82733✔ Licensed in AZ · 36946✔ Licensed in AK · 100722✔ Licensed in NV · 12491✔ Licensed in OR · MD153578
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
3614 MERIDIAN ST., Bellingham, WA 98225
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Valerie C. Miller M.d.

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 12901 Squalicum PkwyBellingham, WA 98225-1851 · Phone (360) 734-5400
Location 220001 S Rancho WayRancho Dominguez, CA 90220-6318 · Phone (310) 225-3221 · Fax (310) 698-7040

Other Identifiers 6

OtherMD60428765WA · Medical License
OtherMD153578OR · Medical License
Other100722AK · Medical License
Other12491NV · Medical License
Other36946AZ · Medical License
OtherA82733CA · Medical License

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Valerie Catherine Mcwhorter 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 ID345420600
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110203001167, I20110406000550
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

5

Medicare enrollment records show Valerie Mcwhorter reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Northwest Pathology PLLC
0.1 mi
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
3560 MERIDIAN ST STE 101
Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1235193590 (360) 734-2800
Cascade Pathology Services, Corp
211 mi
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
2211 NE 139TH ST
Vancouver, WA 98686
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington and Oregon enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1154465656 (Oregon)
  • 34 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568618239 (360) 487-1000
Pacific Pathology Associates, Inc.
267 mi
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
665 WINTER ST SE
Salem, OR 97301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oregon enrollment
  • 26 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1205997889 (503) 561-5350
Affiliated Pathologists Medical Group, Inc.
1,053 mi
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
20001 S RANCHO WAY
Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 62 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1730119553 (310) 225-3221
Path MD Inc
1,071 mi
Clinical Medical Laboratory
181 TECHNOLOGY DR STE 100B
Irvine, CA 92618
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 22 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1124316138 (424) 302-3307

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
906 services391 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
466 services270 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
114 services30 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
44 services40 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
37 services25 patients
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report 88173
This procedure involves using a thin needle to collect a small sample from an abnormal area or lump. The sample is then examined under a microscope to identify any potential issues. A report of the findings is provided for further analysis.
16 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Salem Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Salem, OR
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number380051
Location890 Oak Street, SESalem, OR 97301 · Marion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98225 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

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 Valerie Mcwhorter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Valerie Mcwhorter is 1164528139. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 16, 2006. The provider is also known as Valerie C. Miller M.D..

Where is Valerie Mcwhorter located?

Valerie Mcwhorter practices at 3614 Meridian St. Suite 100, Bellingham, WA 98225. The listed phone number is (360) 734-2800.

What is Valerie Mcwhorter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Valerie Mcwhorter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Valerie Mcwhorter 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Valerie Mcwhorter's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Valerie Mcwhorter reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Northwest Pathology PLLC (Bellingham, WA), Cascade Pathology Services, Corp (Vancouver, WA), Pacific Pathology Associates, Inc. (Salem, OR), Affiliated Pathologists Medical Group, Inc. (Rancho Dominguez, CA) and Path MD Inc (Irvine, CA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Valerie Mcwhorter's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Valerie Mcwhorter accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Valerie Mcwhorter 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 Valerie Mcwhorter affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Valerie Mcwhorter is affiliated with Salem Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Valerie Mcwhorter was last updated on February 21, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 months 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.