NAOMI VATHER-WU MD
NPI 1316560766
Hospitalist in Cedar Rapids, IA

Active since May 20, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.37/100
CMS Quality Rating
1026 A AVE NE, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402(319) 368-5970(319) 368-5973 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 16, 2020, May 20, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Naomi Vather-wu Md NPPES

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

NAOMI VATHER-WU MD (NPI 1316560766) is an individual hospitalist provider in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-51279) and active in the NPI registry since May 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316560766
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameNAOMI VATHER-WUCredential: MD
Location Address1026 A AVE NECedar Rapids, IA 52402-5036
Mailing Address1026 A Ave NeCedar Rapids, IA 52402-5036 · (319) 368-5970 · Fax (319) 368-5973
Fax(319) 368-5973
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateMay 20, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 29, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 29, 2023
NPI 1316560766 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License Licensed in IA · MD-51279
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
1026 A AVE NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Accepted 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

Naomi Vather-wu 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 ID4880018381
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230928000696
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 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.

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.
310 services142 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
147 services68 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
119 services117 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.
92 services92 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.
40 services40 patients
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.
38 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Lukes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cedar Rapids, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160045
Location1026 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402 · Linn County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Jones Regional Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Anamosa, IA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number161306
Location1795 Highway 64 EastAnamosa, IA 52205 · Jones County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 52402 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
$122.23 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.05 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $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.

99.37/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality95.69
Promoting Interoperability98.95
Improvement Activities40

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.

Emergency Medicine
1026 A AVE NE
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1026 A AVE NE
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
Pharmacist (Ambulatory Care)
1026 A AVE NE
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
Pharmacist (Emergency Medicine)
1026 A AVE NE
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1026 A AVE NE
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
Hospitalist
1026 A AVE NE
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
Technician, Pathology (Phlebotomy)
1026 A AVE NE
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
Registered Nurse (Medical-Surgical)
1026 A AVE NE
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402

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 Naomi Vather-wu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Naomi Vather-wu is 1316560766. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 20, 2020.

Where is Naomi Vather-wu located?

Naomi Vather-wu practices at 1026 A Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402. The listed phone number is (319) 368-5970.

What is Naomi Vather-wu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Naomi Vather-wu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Naomi Vather-wu 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 Naomi Vather-wu accept?

Health plans from Medica list Naomi Vather-wu 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 Naomi Vather-wu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Naomi Vather-wu is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital and Jones Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Naomi Vather-wu was last updated on September 29, 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.