DR. CHRISTOPHER T WENZEL M.D.
NPI 1356336697
Specialist in Clyde, NC

Q: What is Christopher Wenzel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Wenzel is 1356336697. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2005.

Q: What is Christopher Wenzel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Active since September 13, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

63 HAYWOOD PARK DR, CLYDE, NC 28721(828) 627-1234(828) 627-6706 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 27, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Christopher T Wenzel M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER T WENZEL M.D. (NPI 1356336697) is an individual specialist in Clyde, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (9800162) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of Duke University School Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356336697

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy174400000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER T WENZELCredential: M.D.

Location Address63 HAYWOOD PARK DRClyde, NC 28721-4404

Mailing Address63 Haywood Park DrClyde, NC 28721-4404 · (828) 627-1234 · Fax (828) 627-6706

Phone(828) 627-1234

Fax(828) 627-6706

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSDuke University School Of MedicineGraduated 1995

Enumeration DateSeptember 13, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJune 27, 2020

NPPES CertifiedJune 27, 2020

✔ NPI 1356336697 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers

Taxonomy Code174400000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 9800162

Definition

An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.

63 HAYWOOD PARK DR, Clyde, NC 28721

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid89127F1NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.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. Christopher T Wenzel 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 ID5395719595

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060321000688

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 10

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 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.

128 services98 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.

70 services61 patients

Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope 31575

This procedure involves a doctor examining your voice box using a flexible endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera. It's inserted through your nose or mouth to visualize your throat area. It helps detect any abnormalities in your voice box, ensuring optimal vocal health.

69 services60 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

66 services66 patients

Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope 31231

A diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope is a non-invasive procedure. A small, flexible tube with a light and camera at the end, called an endoscope, is inserted into the nose. This allows the doctor to view the nasal passages and sinuses, helping to identify any issues.

55 services46 patients

Repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet by transferring skin, 10.0 sq cm or less 14040

This procedure involves repairing a wound on various body parts by transferring skin from another area. The transferred skin, up to 10.0 sq cm, helps to cover the wound, promoting healing and reducing scarring. It's a common method for treating larger or deeper wounds.

24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Harris Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sylva, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number340016

Location68 Hospital RdSylva, NC 28779 · Jackson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Haywood Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Clyde, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number340184

Location262 Leroy George DriveClyde, NC 28721 · Haywood County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

75/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Reported Quality Measures

Acute Otitis Externa (AOE): Topical Therapy

Percentage of patients aged 2 years and older with a diagnosis of AOE who were prescribed topical preparations

96%26 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Adult Sinusitis: Appropriate Choice of Antibiotic: Amoxicillin With or Without Clavulanate Prescribed for Patients with Acute Bacterial Sinusitis (Appropriate Use)

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of acute bacterial sinusitis that were prescribed amoxicillin, with or without clavulanate, as a first line antibiotic at the time of diagnosis

96%27 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

97%1,542 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

100%1,537 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

93%334 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

17%1,270 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine

100%582 patients5/55-star benchmark: 90%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

4%1,270 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

0%1,270 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%

Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents

The percentage of adolescents 12 to 20 years of age with a primary care visit during the measurement year for whom tobacco use status was documented and received help with quitting if identified as a tobacco user

100%28 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

WESTERN CAROLINA EAR NOSE AND THROAT SPECIALISTS, PLLC

Specialist

63 HAYWOOD PARK DR
CLYDE, NC 28721

Haywood County (828) 627-1234

SHEALA WHEELER AUD

Audiologist

63 HAYWOOD PARK DR
CLYDE, NC 28721

Haywood County (828) 627-1234

DR. ALEXANDRIA PAIGE POTRATZ LEE AU.D

Audiologist

63 HAYWOOD PARK DR
CLYDE, NC 28721

Haywood County (828) 593-4327

DR. CLAIRE HUG AUD

Audiologist

63 HAYWOOD PARK DR
CLYDE, NC 28721

Haywood County (828) 627-1234

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 Christopher Wenzel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Wenzel is 1356336697. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2005.

Where is Christopher Wenzel located?

Christopher Wenzel practices at 63 Haywood Park Dr, Clyde, NC 28721. The listed phone number is (828) 627-1234.

What is Christopher Wenzel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Is Christopher Wenzel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Wenzel 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 Christopher Wenzel accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Christopher Wenzel 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 Christopher Wenzel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Wenzel is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital and Haywood Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Wenzel was last updated on June 27, 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.