KATHRYN L WHEEL MD
NPI 1346456118
Surgery in Allentown, PA

Q: What is Kathryn Wheel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kathryn Wheel is 1346456118. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 16, 2007.

Q: What is Kathryn Wheel's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kathryn Wheel was last updated on August 12, 2019. 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.

Active since May 16, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1240 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 308, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103(610) 402-1650(610) 402-9799 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 12, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Kathryn L Wheel Md NPPES

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

KATHRYN L WHEEL MD (NPI 1346456118) is an individual surgery provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD446469) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in East Stroudsburg.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346456118

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameKATHRYN L WHEELCredential: MD

Location Address1240 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 308Allentown, PA 18103

Mailing AddressPo Box 783311Philadelphia, PA 19178-3311 · (484) 884-4500 · Fax (484) 884-0699

Phone(610) 402-1650

Fax(610) 402-9799

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Buffalo School Of MedicineGraduated 2006

Enumeration DateMay 16, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 12, 2019

✔ NPI 1346456118 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in PA · MD446469✔ Licensed in NC · 2011-00670

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.

1240 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 308, Allentown, PA 18103

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1200 E Brown St, PMC Physician Associates General SurgeryEast Stroudsburg, PA 18301-3006 · Phone (570) 420-2301 · Fax (570) 426-2647

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid5917614NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.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

Kathryn L Wheel 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 ID9133391428

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120924000159

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.

514 services234 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

183 services182 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.

112 services111 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.

98 services96 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

88 services21 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.

35 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Lehigh Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Allentown, PA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390133

Location1200 South Cedar Crest BoulevardAllentown, PA 18103 · Lehigh County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono

Acute Care Hospitals · East Stroudsburg, PA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390201

Location206 East Brown StreetEast Stroudsburg, PA 18301 · Monroe County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 18103 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

$84.88 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.36 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

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.

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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.

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