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KENNETH A NEWELL MD PHD
NPI 1447292529
Surgery in Atlanta, GA

Active since June 12, 2006PECOS Enrolled
92.26/100
CMS Quality Rating
101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE, WMB RM 5105, ATLANTA, GA 30322(404) 727-2489(404) 727-3660 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Kenneth A Newell Md Phd NPPES

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

KENNETH A NEWELL MD PHD (NPI 1447292529) is an individual surgery provider in Atlanta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (049631) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447292529
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameKENNETH A NEWELLCredential: MD PHD
Location Address101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE, WMB RM 5105Atlanta, GA 30322
Mailing Address101 Woodruff Circle, Wmb Rm 5105Atlanta, GA 30322
Fax(404) 727-3660
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1447292529 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in GA · 049631
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.
101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE, Atlanta, GA 30322

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

Kenneth A Newell Md Phd 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 ID3678714755
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130801000443
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 2

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.

Preparation of donor kidney for transplantation 50323
Preparation of a kidney for transplantation involves careful evaluation of the donor organ. It includes checking for diseases, ensuring compatibility, and preserving the organ in a cold solution until transplantation. This process ensures the best outcome for the recipient.
13 services13 patients
Transplantation of donor kidney 50360
Transplantation of a donor kidney involves replacing a non-functioning kidney with a healthy one from a donor. This procedure can significantly improve the quality of life for those with serious kidney disease. The new kidney can perform the essential task of filtering blood and removing waste.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Emory University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110010
Location1364 Clifton Road, NEAtlanta, GA 30322 · De Kalb County
Emergency services

Emory University Hospital Midtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110078
Location550 Peachtree Street, NEAtlanta, GA 30308 · Fulton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30322 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
$88.06 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $22.01 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.85 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $17.71 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
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.

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.

92.26/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.83
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier74 claims15,660 services$0.32 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier79 claims11,850 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier67 claims15,480 services$0.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
1 supplier38 claims38 services$17.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
1 supplier174 claims174 services$12.05 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 14

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

Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE, WOODRUFF MEMORIAL RESEARCH BUILDING, SUITE 2101
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Genetic Counselor, MS
101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE, SUITE 7130
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Transplant Surgery
101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE, ROOM 5105 WMB
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Internal Medicine
101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE, WMB SUITE 1105
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Genetic Counselor, MS
101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE, SUITE 7301
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Surgery
101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE, WMB STE 51505
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Pathology (Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine)
101 WOODRUFF CIRCLE, WOODRUFF MEMORIAL RESEARCH BLDG., ROOM 7313
ATLANTA, GA 30322

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 Kenneth Newell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Newell is 1447292529. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2006.

Where is Kenneth Newell located?

Kenneth Newell practices at 101 Woodruff Circle Wmb Rm 5105, Atlanta, GA 30322. The listed phone number is (404) 727-2489.

What is Kenneth Newell's specialty?

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

Is Kenneth Newell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenneth Newell 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 Kenneth Newell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Kenneth Newell 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 Kenneth Newell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kenneth Newell is affiliated with Emory University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kenneth Newell was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 31 days 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.