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DR. SAMUEL WALTON ATHERTON MD
NPI 1437653490
Anesthesiology in Kansas City, MO

Active since March 22, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.28/100
CMS Quality Rating
4401 WORNALL RD, KANSAS CITY, MO 64111(816) 932-3679(816) 932-9089 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 16, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 16, 2023, Mar 22, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Samuel Walton Atherton Md NPPES

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

DR. SAMUEL WALTON ATHERTON MD (NPI 1437653490) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Kansas City, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2023014678) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City, and is a graduate of University Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal) (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437653490
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SAMUEL WALTON ATHERTONCredential: MD
Location Address4401 WORNALL RDKansas City, MO 64111-3220
Mailing Address4401 Wornall RdKansas City, MO 64111-3220 · (816) 932-3679 · Fax (816) 932-9089
Phone(816) 932-3679
Fax(816) 932-9089
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)Graduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 16, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 16, 2023
✔ NPI 1437653490 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2023014678
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
4401 WORNALL RD, Kansas City, MO 64111
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Medica.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

Dr. Samuel Walton Atherton 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 ID7719233139
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230727003238
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 8

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
31 services31 patients
Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest 00520
Anesthesia for a closed chest procedure involves the use of medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). This helps maintain comfort and safety.
30 services30 patients
Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
30 services30 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
22 services22 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
19 services19 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
18 services18 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 Of Kansas City

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, MO
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260138
Location4401 Wornall RoadKansas City, MO 64111 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Luke's East Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lees Summit, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260216
Location100 N E Saint Luke's BoulevardLees Summit, MO 64086 · Jackson 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.

77.28/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.71
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.58

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.

TANESHA ANTANETTE HURT RN
Registered Nurse (Neonatal Intensive Care)
4401 WORNALL RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 932-2007
MARIA AKRAM SHEIKH M.D.
Hospitalist
4401 WORNALL RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 932-0340
YURI SHIF M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
4401 WORNALL RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 932-2550
LAURA SHELBY REYNOLDS CAA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
4401 WORNALL RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 932-2000
TYLER PORTER MD
Internal Medicine
4401 WORNALL RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 932-0340
DR. LISA MARIE HERMES M.D.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
4401 WORNALL RD, REHAB PHYSICIANS MEDICAL GROUP, MAIN 4
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 932-2020
CHRISTINE M. SANKPILL M.D.
Hospitalist
4401 WORNALL RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 932-0340
DR. JOHN LOREI M.D.
Emergency Medicine (Emergency Medical Services)
4401 WORNALL RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
Jackson County (816) 932-2047

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 Samuel Atherton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samuel Atherton is 1437653490. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2018.

Where is Samuel Atherton located?

Samuel Atherton practices at 4401 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111. The listed phone number is (816) 932-3679.

What is Samuel Atherton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Samuel Atherton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Samuel Atherton 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 Samuel Atherton accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City and Medica list Samuel Atherton 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 Samuel Atherton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Samuel Atherton is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City and Saint Luke's East Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Samuel Atherton was last updated on October 16, 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.