JAMES T WOLFE III MD
NPI 1174502934
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Louisville, KY

Active since January 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
76.08/100
CMS Quality Rating
550 S JACKSON ST, LOUISVILLE, KY 40202(502) 521-8168 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 19, 2024, May 23, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About James T Wolfe Iii Md NPPES

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

JAMES T WOLFE III MD (NPI 1174502934) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (45600) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare, and maintains a secondary practice location in Lexington.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174502934
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameJAMES T WOLFE IIICredential: MD
Location Address550 S JACKSON STLouisville, KY 40202-1622
Mailing AddressPo Box 909Louisville, KY 40201-0909 · (502) 588-0325
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateJanuary 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2025
✔ NPI 1174502934 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
License✔ Licensed in KY · 45600
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.
Also ListedPathology · CytopathologyTaxonomy 207ZC0500X · License 45600 (KY)
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0102X · License 99006 (GA), 35074920 (OH), MD156484 (OR), 45600 (KY)
550 S JACKSON ST, Louisville, KY 40202

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)James T Wolfe Md

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1800 Rose StLexington, KY 40536-1622 · Phone (859) 257-1446 · Fax (859) 257-7572

Other Identifiers 9

Medicaid200225570CIN
Medicaid200225570DIN
Other220024577Railroad Medicare
Other000000035571OH · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid64962434KY
Medicaid200225570AIN
Medicaid200225570FIN
Medicaid2093943OH
Medicaid200225570EIN

Accepted 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

James T Wolfe Iii 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 ID5991700668
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061002000528, I20230526001791
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

6

Medicare enrollment records show James Wolfe reassigns Medicare billing to 6 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Internal Medicine
550 S JACKSON ST
Louisville, KY 40202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 2,337 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Practice
2195 HARRODSBURG RD STE 175
Lexington, KY 40504
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 1,761 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
2333 ALUMNI PARK PLZ, SUITE 200
Lexington, KY 40517
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 1,502 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1805 27TH ST
Portsmouth, OH 45662
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 549 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
1365 CLIFTON RD NE
Atlanta, GA 30322
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 4,840 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
80 JESSE HILL JR DRIVE, EMCF
Atlanta, GA 30303
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 2,681 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 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.

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.
332 services137 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
27 services22 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.
25 services14 patients
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present 88311
This procedure involves treating tissue samples to remove any calcium, which can interfere with the examination. The tissue is soaked in a special solution that safely dissolves the calcium, leaving the tissue intact for accurate analysis. This helps in making precise diagnoses.
19 services15 patients
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block 88331
A pathology examination during surgery involves the immediate analysis of a removed tissue sample. This helps the surgeon make decisions during your operation. The "first tissue block" refers to the initial sample examined. It's a vital step to ensure your health.
18 services13 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.
16 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180040
Location200 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services

University Of Kentucky Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number180067
Location800 Rose StreetLexington, KY 40536 · Fayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Louisville Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180141
Location530 South Jackson StreetLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Southern Ohio Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portsmouth, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number360008
Location1805 27th StreetPortsmouth, OH 45662 · Scioto County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40202 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
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
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.

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.

76.08/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality64.17
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost43.98

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.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
550 S JACKSON ST
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
550 S JACKSON ST, 3RD FLOOR
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
550 S JACKSON ST
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
550 S JACKSON ST, 3RD FLOOR
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
550 S JACKSON ST
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Internal Medicine
550 S JACKSON ST
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
550 S JACKSON ST, 2ND FLOOR
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
550 S JACKSON ST
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202

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 James Wolfe's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Wolfe is 1174502934. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 11, 2006. The provider is also known as James T Wolfe MD.

Where is James Wolfe located?

James Wolfe practices at 550 S Jackson St, Louisville, KY 40202. The listed phone number is (502) 521-8168.

What is James Wolfe's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Is James Wolfe enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Wolfe 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 James Wolfe's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Wolfe reassigns Medicare benefits to 6 organizations: University Of Louisville Physicians, Inc. (Louisville, KY), University Of Kentucky (Lexington, KY), Kentucky Medical Services Foundation, Inc (Lexington, KY), Somc Medical Care Foundation, Inc. (Portsmouth, OH), The Emory Clinic Inc (Atlanta, GA) and 1 more organization, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 James Wolfe's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Wolfe accept?

Health plans from CareSource and Oscar Health list James Wolfe 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 James Wolfe affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Wolfe is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare, University Of Kentucky Hospital, University Of Louisville Hospital and Southern Ohio Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Wolfe was last updated on August 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.