DR. ELIAS JEFFREY GERTH M.D.
NPI 1235164740
Internal Medicine in Key West, FL

Q: What is Elias Gerth's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elias Gerth is 1235164740. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 12, 2006.

Q: What is Elias Gerth's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elias Gerth was last updated on October 10, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since July 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

71.31/100

CMS Quality Rating

1501 GOVERNMENT RD, KEY WEST, FL 33040(305) 293-7201 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 10, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Elias Jeffrey Gerth M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ELIAS JEFFREY GERTH M.D. (NPI 1235164740) is an individual internal medicine provider in Key West, Florida, licensed in Florida (FL 0057437) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lower Keys Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235164740

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. ELIAS JEFFREY GERTHCredential: M.D.

Location Address1501 GOVERNMENT RDKey West, FL 33040-5108

Mailing AddressPo Box 2819Key West, FL 33045-2819 · (305) 293-7201

Phone(305) 293-7201

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1978

Enumeration DateJuly 12, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 10, 2023

NPPES CertifiedOctober 10, 2023

✔ NPI 1235164740 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · FL 0057437

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.

1501 GOVERNMENT RD, Key West, FL 33040

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL).Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Elias Jeffrey Gerth 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 ID9638119209

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050504000054

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 18

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.

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441

A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.

605 services159 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.

259 services136 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.

222 services88 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.

212 services106 patients

Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation 80305

Testing for the presence of drugs involves collecting a sample, usually urine, which is then analyzed for specific substances. The process is monitored directly to ensure accuracy and integrity. This test helps to confirm if drugs are present in your system.

141 services92 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.

114 services72 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

82 services82 patients

Face-to-face behavioral counseling for obesity, 15 minutes G0447

This is a 15-minute consultation where a healthcare professional discusses your eating habits, physical activity, and goals to help manage your weight. The aim is to provide personalized strategies to promote a healthier lifestyle and combat obesity.

80 services32 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

78 services68 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

76 services76 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.

65 services48 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

61 services34 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.

29 services19 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

24 services14 patients

Smoking and tobacco use intensive counseling, 4-10 minutes 99406

This service provides brief, intensive counseling (4-10 minutes) to support you in quitting smoking or tobacco use. It involves discussing the risks of tobacco use, benefits of quitting, and strategies to help you stop. It's a critical step towards a healthier lifestyle.

21 services14 patients

Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg J3420

This is a procedure where a small dose of Vitamin B-12, also known as Cyanocobalamin, is injected into your body. This vitamin is essential for nerve function and the production of red blood cells. It's often used to treat vitamin B-12 deficiency.

21 services18 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

17 services13 patients

Counseling visit to discuss need for lung cancer screening using low dose ct scan (ldct) (service is for eligibility determination and shared decision making) G0296

This visit involves discussing the necessity of a lung cancer screening using a low dose CT scan. It's a chance to determine if you're eligible for the test and to make an informed decision about proceeding. The scan can potentially detect lung cancer early, improving treatment outcomes.

14 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lower Keys Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Key West, FL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number100150

Location5900 College RoadKey West, FL 33040 · Monroe County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33040 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

$141.56 typical visit price

range $60.92 – $187.05

Typical copayment $35.39 (range $15.23 – $46.76)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$107.17 typical visit price

range $18.99 – $150.24

Typical copayment $26.79 (range $4.74 – $37.56)

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.

71.31/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

46.66

Improvement Activities

Cost

75.49

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

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

Supplies for maintenance of insulin infusion catheter, per week A4224

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

3 suppliers13 claims169 services$19.36 avg. paid by Medicare

Supplies for external insulin infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each A4225

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

3 suppliers12 claims360 services$2.40 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for adjunctive continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service A4238

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$177.61 avg. paid by Medicare

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

9 suppliers49 claims164 services$6.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

5 suppliers15 claims30 services$1.22 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

1 supplier28 claims28 services$47.67 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 4

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

DARENE M CAHILL N.P.

Nurse Practitioner

1501 GOVERNMENT RD
KEY WEST, FL 33040

Monroe County (305) 295-7550

BRIAN WAGSTAFF MD

Family Medicine

1501 GOVERNMENT RD, KEY WEST URGENT CARE
KEY WEST, FL 33040

Monroe County (305) 295-7550

KEY WEST URGENT CARE INC

General Practice

1501 GOVERNMENT RD
KEY WEST, FL 33040

Monroe County (305) 295-7550

CHRISTINA LEA HARTMAN PA-C

Physician Assistant

1501 GOVERNMENT RD
KEY WEST, FL 33040

Monroe County (305) 295-7550

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 Elias Gerth's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elias Gerth is 1235164740. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 12, 2006.

Where is Elias Gerth located?

Elias Gerth practices at 1501 Government Rd, Key West, FL 33040. The listed phone number is (305) 293-7201.

What is Elias Gerth's specialty?

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

Is Elias Gerth enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elias Gerth 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 Elias Gerth accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) list Elias Gerth 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 Elias Gerth affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Elias Gerth is affiliated with Lower Keys Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elias Gerth was last updated on October 10, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.