WILLIAM LAWRENCE SKINNER M.D.
NPI 1376657254
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Paducah, KY

Active since August 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81/100
CMS Quality Rating
285 MEDICAL CENTER DR, PADUCAH, KY 42003(270) 441-4343 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 31, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 20, 2019, Apr 23, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About William Lawrence Skinner M.d. NPPES

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

WILLIAM LAWRENCE SKINNER M.D. (NPI 1376657254) is an individual medical oncology provider in Paducah, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (25788) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Paducah.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376657254
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RX0202X
Provider Legal NameWILLIAM LAWRENCE SKINNERCredential: M.D.
Location Address285 MEDICAL CENTER DRPaducah, KY 42003-7912
Mailing Address285 Medical Center DrPaducah, KY 42003-7912 · (270) 441-4343
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateAugust 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 31, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 31, 2024
NPI 1376657254 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RX0202X
License Licensed in KY · 25788
Definition
An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 25788 (KY)
285 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Paducah, KY 42003

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1225 Medical Center Dr Ste 301Paducah, KY 42003-7914 · Phone (270) 441-4343 · Fax (270) 441-4344

Other Identifiers 2

Other1681101KY · Medicare
Medicaid64257884KY

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

William Lawrence Skinner 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 ID9032125935
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060302000051
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 9

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 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.
478 services235 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.
205 services80 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.
199 services90 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.
178 services81 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.
108 services96 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
105 services51 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Paducah, KY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number180102
Location1530 Lone Oak RoadPaducah, KY 42003 · Mc Cracken County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Health Paducah

Acute Care Hospitals · Paducah, KY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number180104
Location2501 Kentucky AvenuePaducah, KY 42003 · Mc Cracken County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Caldwell Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Princeton, KY
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number181322
Location100 Medical Center DrivePrinceton, KY 42445 · Caldwell County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 42003 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
$162.27 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $40.56 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $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.

81/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality81.69
Improvement Activities40
Cost53.58

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
65%150 patients3/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
41%74 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
0%68 patients1/55-star benchmark: 87%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
62%251 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
82%142 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
22%54 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
35%54 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
87%1,979 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
42%441 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
93%560 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
22%491 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
24%1,151 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 89% · 443 patients
Patients screened: 95% · 443 patients
53%57 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
73%254 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 5% · 394 patients
Patients totalRate: 18% · 394 patients
18%394 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Breast prosthesis, mastectomy bra, without integrated breast prosthesis form, any size, any type L8000
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier17 claims50 services$34.47 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 5

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
285 MEDICAL CENTER DR
PADUCAH, KY 42003
Physician Assistant
285 MEDICAL CENTER DR
PADUCAH, KY 42003
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
285 MEDICAL CENTER DR
PADUCAH, KY 42003
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Adult Health)
285 MEDICAL CENTER DR
PADUCAH, KY 42003
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
285 MEDICAL CENTER DR
PADUCAH, KY 42003

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 William Skinner's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Skinner is 1376657254. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 18, 2006.

Where is William Skinner located?

William Skinner practices at 285 Medical Center Dr, Paducah, KY 42003. The listed phone number is (270) 441-4343.

What is William Skinner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Medical Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RX0202X.

Is William Skinner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Skinner 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 William Skinner accept?

Health plans from Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc. list William Skinner 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 William Skinner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Skinner is affiliated with Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah and Caldwell Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Skinner was last updated on May 31, 2024. 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.