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RICHARD OSWALD FOLLWELL D.O.
NPI 1194711713
Surgery in Stuart, FL

Active since September 20, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
2221 SE OCEAN BLVD, SUITE 200, STUART, FL 34996(772) 219-4026(772) 283-4919 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 17, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Richard Oswald Follwell D.o. NPPES

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

RICHARD OSWALD FOLLWELL D.O. (NPI 1194711713) is an individual surgery provider in Stuart, Florida, licensed in Florida (OS11914) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Florida Gulf Coast Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194711713
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD OSWALD FOLLWELLCredential: D.O.
Location Address2221 SE OCEAN BLVD, SUITE 200Stuart, FL 34996-3341
Mailing AddressPo Box 417Stuart, FL 34995-0417 · (772) 223-2832 · Fax (772) 223-5646
Phone(772) 219-4026
Fax(772) 283-4919
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateSeptember 20, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 17, 2015
✔ NPI 1194711713 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · OS11914✔ Licensed in MO · 2000153636
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.
2221 SE OCEAN BLVD, Stuart, FL 34996
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Other Identifiers 13

Other179066MO · Bluecross/blueshield
Medicare UPINH81200MO
Medicare PIN001014020MO
Other2114206MO · First Health/cnn
Other76-0728896MO · Private Healthcare System
Medicaid014114300FL
Medicaid208357301MO
Other17007MO · Ghp
OtherP00009295MO · Railroad Medicare
Medicare PINGV911FL
Other546711MO · Healthlink
Other17-01150MO · United Healthcare
Medicare PIN001013887MO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, AvMed 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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Richard Oswald Follwell D.o. 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 ID9739289554
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130114000268
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
47 services36 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
43 services42 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
40 services26 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
35 services35 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
18 services14 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hca Florida Gulf Coast Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Panama City, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100242
Location449 W 23rd StPanama City, FL 32405 · Bay County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34996 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
$91.69 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $22.92 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.00 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $18.25 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
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.

78.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality66.93
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.54

Reported Quality Measures

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
75%166 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

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

PULMONARY & INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES INC
Internal Medicine
2221 SE OCEAN BLVD, SUITE 100
STUART, FL 34996
Martin County (772) 283-4428
TREASURE COAST SURGICAL GROUP
Specialist
2221 SE OCEAN BLVD, SUITE 200
STUART, FL 34996
Martin County (772) 219-4026
LEAH ELIZABETH ACKER ARNP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
2221 SE OCEAN BLVD
STUART, FL 34996
Martin County (772) 283-4428
JOHN BACHA DO
Surgery
2221 SE OCEAN BLVD, STE 200
STUART, FL 34996
Martin County (772) 219-4026
ALEXIS MONIQUE POPE
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
2221 SE OCEAN BLVD
STUART, FL 34996
Martin County (772) 283-5500
PAMELA LEIGH REY NORRIS CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
2221 SE OCEAN BLVD, SUITE 300
STUART, FL 34996
Martin County (772) 220-8459
KASEM CHARNVITAYAPONG M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
2221 SE OCEAN BLVD, SUITE 100
STUART, FL 34996
Martin County (772) 283-4428
DR. JACKELINE D BRICENO M.D.
Internal Medicine
2221 SE OCEAN BLVD, SUITE 100
STUART, FL 34996
Martin County (772) 283-4428

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 Richard Follwell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Follwell is 1194711713. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2005.

Where is Richard Follwell located?

Richard Follwell practices at 2221 SE Ocean Blvd Suite 200, Stuart, FL 34996. The listed phone number is (772) 219-4026.

What is Richard Follwell's specialty?

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

Is Richard Follwell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Follwell 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 Richard Follwell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and 3 other insurers list Richard Follwell 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 Richard Follwell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Follwell is affiliated with Hca Florida Gulf Coast Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Follwell was last updated on February 17, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.