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DR. KENNETH J. KRESS M.D.
NPI 1174510598
Orthopaedic Surgery in Alpharetta, GA

Active since September 30, 2005PECOS Enrolled
89.42/100
CMS Quality Rating
3400 OLD MILTON PKWY STE C290, ALPHARETTA, GA 30005(770) 667-4343(770) 772-0937 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 14, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 14, 2022, Aug 7, 2020, Jan 11, 2019 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Kenneth J. Kress M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KENNETH J. KRESS M.D. (NPI 1174510598) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Alpharetta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (032768) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174510598
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KENNETH J. KRESSCredential: M.D.
Location Address3400 OLD MILTON PKWY STE C290Alpharetta, GA 30005-6491
Mailing Address3400 Old Milton Pkwy Ste C290Alpharetta, GA 30005-6491 · (770) 667-4343 · Fax (770) 772-0937
Phone(770) 667-4343
Fax(770) 772-0937
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateSeptember 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 14, 20225 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 14, 2022
✔ NPI 1174510598 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 032768
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
3400 OLD MILTON PKWY STE C290, Alpharetta, GA 30005
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid003161408FGA
Medicaid003161408EGA
Medicaid003161408GGA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

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 (PECOS)

Dr. Kenneth J. Kress M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 7

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.

X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564
An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.
215 services194 patients
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee 27447
A bilateral knee joint replacement is a procedure where the damaged parts of both your knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. It aims to relieve pain and improve mobility. The process involves a surgical operation under anesthesia.
160 services150 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
156 services153 patients
X-ray for bone length assessment 77073
An X-ray for bone length assessment is a simple, non-invasive imaging test. It helps to evaluate the length of your bones and identify any discrepancies or abnormalities. This procedure is quick, painless, and provides valuable information for your healthcare provider.
139 services135 patients
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.
74 services63 patients
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502
An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.
35 services31 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30005 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
$88.06 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $22.01 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.85 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $17.71 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
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.

89.42/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality64.75
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost100

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
97%1,309 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
56%521 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
43%107 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
e-Prescribing
98%232 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%433 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Risk-standardized complication rate (RSCR) following elective primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) and/or total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
0.03%
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age
44%742 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
80%635 patients3/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Neuromuscular stimulator, electronic shock unit E0745
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$69.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

BREYDAN HAWKINS WRIGHT M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
3400 OLD MILTON PKWY STE C290
ALPHARETTA, GA 30005
Fulton County (770) 667-4343
MR. JEFFREY MORGAN PA-C
Physician Assistant
3400 OLD MILTON PKWY STE C290
ALPHARETTA, GA 30005
Fulton County (770) 667-4343

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 Kress's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Kress is 1174510598. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 30, 2005.

Where is Kenneth Kress located?

Kenneth Kress practices at 3400 Old Milton Pkwy Ste C290, Alpharetta, GA 30005. The listed phone number is (770) 667-4343.

What is Kenneth Kress's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Kenneth Kress enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenneth Kress is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Kenneth Kress accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Kenneth Kress 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kenneth Kress was last updated on September 14, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.