JOEL KWANZO CAREY MD
NPI 1326278060
Family Medicine in Kent, WA

Q: What is Joel Carey's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joel Carey is 1326278060. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 15, 2009.

Q: What is Joel Carey's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joel Carey was last updated on October 10, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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 15, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

93.09/100

CMS Quality Rating

23213 PACIFIC HWY S, KENT, WA 98032(206) 870-8880 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 10, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Joel Kwanzo Carey Md NPPES

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

JOEL KWANZO CAREY MD (NPI 1326278060) is an individual family medicine provider in Kent, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60238376) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Valley Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal) (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326278060

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameJOEL KWANZO CAREYCredential: MD

Location Address23213 PACIFIC HWY SKent, WA 98032-2721

Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 543-6420

Phone(206) 870-8880

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)Graduated 2009

Enumeration DateJuly 15, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 10, 2012

✔ NPI 1326278060 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60238376

Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

23213 PACIFIC HWY S, Kent, WA 98032

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1326278060WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Joel Kwanzo Carey 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 ID6103076575

PECOS Enrollment IDI20121019000358

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.

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

212 services156 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.

171 services113 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.

110 services74 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.

65 services65 patients

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.

60 services31 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.

27 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Renton, WA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number500088

Location400 S 43rd StRenton, WA 98055 · King County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98032 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

$97.43 typical visit price

range $63.67 – $189.37

Typical copayment $24.35 (range $15.91 – $47.34)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$111.00 typical visit price

range $21.12 – $155.00

Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)

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.

93.09/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

73.95

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

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

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

6 suppliers21 claims33 services$5.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Male external catheter, with or without adhesive, disposable, each A4349

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

1 supplier11 claims364 services$1.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier11 claims24 services$7.80 avg. paid by Medicare

Urinary drainage bag, leg or abdomen, vinyl, with or without tube, with straps, each A4358

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier11 claims24 services$4.71 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier11 claims328 services$2.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier11 claims6,986 services$0.27 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 20

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

ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS

Family Medicine

23213 PACIFIC HWY S, UWNC KENT-DES MOINES CLINIC
KENT, WA 98032

King County (206) 543-6420

DR. MATTHEW S BLESSING MD

Pediatrics