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DR. JOE SHUANGWEN ZHOU MD
NPI 1205821469
Internal Medicine in Palmerton, PA

Active since September 14, 2005PECOS Enrolled
135 LAFAYETTE AVE, PALMERTON, PA 18071(610) 824-2474(610) 826-7906 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 22, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Joe Shuangwen Zhou Md NPPES

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

DR. JOE SHUANGWEN ZHOU MD (NPI 1205821469) is an individual internal medicine provider in Palmerton, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD065452Y) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205821469
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOE SHUANGWEN ZHOUCredential: MD
Location Address135 LAFAYETTE AVEPalmerton, PA 18071-1518
Mailing Address169 Delaware AvePalmerton, PA 18071-1708 · (610) 824-2474 · Fax (610) 826-7906
Phone(610) 824-2474
Fax(610) 826-7906
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateSeptember 14, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 22, 2020
✔ NPI 1205821469 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD065452Y
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
135 LAFAYETTE AVE, Palmerton, PA 18071
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Other Identifiers 7

Medicaid0017065710008PA
Other20012542PA · Ameihealt Mercy
Other03200801PA · Capital Blue Cross
OtherI76065PA · Amerihealth Administrator
Other110207524PA · Railroad Medicare
Other976065PA · Blue Shield
Other134662PA · 3 Rivers

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. Joe Shuangwen Zhou Md 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.

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.
542 services150 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.
261 services93 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
107 services45 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
83 services54 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
78 services54 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
65 services65 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 18071 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
10 suppliers40 claims79 services$5.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
8 suppliers25 claims26 services$1.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers23 claims23 services$69.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
1 supplier13 claims570 services$0.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$23.98 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 15

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

KAREN BURKE
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
135 LAFAYETTE AVE
PALMERTON, PA 18071
Carbon County (610) 826-1340
ROSEMARIE ATTEWELL M.D.
Emergency Medicine
135 LAFAYETTE AVE
PALMERTON, PA 18071
Carbon County (610) 826-3141
PALMERTON EMERGENCY MEDICAL ASSOCIATES PC
Emergency Medicine
135 LAFAYETTE AVE
PALMERTON, PA 18071
Carbon County (610) 826-3141
RAJEEV K ARORA, M.D., P.C.
Colon & Rectal Surgery
135 LAFAYETTE AVE, SECOND FLOOR
PALMERTON, PA 18071
Carbon County (610) 824-8555
BLUE MOUNTAIN MEDICAL ASSOCIATES
Internal Medicine
135 LAFAYETTE AVE, SUITE 257 2ND FLOOR
PALMERTON, PA 18071
Carbon County (610) 298-8521
DR. RICARDO R. SION M.D.
Anesthesiology
135 LAFAYETTE AVE
PALMERTON, PA 18071
Carbon County (610) 826-3141
MELINDA WENTZ
Nurse Practitioner
135 LAFAYETTE AVE
PALMERTON, PA 18071
Carbon County (484) 822-5320
DR. CHUNG H LEE MD
Anesthesiology
135 LAFAYETTE AVE
PALMERTON, PA 18071
Carbon County (610) 826-3141

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 Joe Zhou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joe Zhou is 1205821469. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 14, 2005.

Where is Joe Zhou located?

Joe Zhou practices at 135 Lafayette Ave, Palmerton, PA 18071. The listed phone number is (610) 824-2474.

What is Joe Zhou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Joe Zhou enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joe Zhou is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joe Zhou was last updated on January 22, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.