DR. CHARLES LUTZ MD, PHD
NPI 1457316648
Pathology - Clinical Pathology in Lexington, KY

Active since April 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
800 ROSE ST # MS 117, LEXINGTON, KY 40536(859) 323-5425 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 24, 2020, Jun 12, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Charles Lutz Md, Phd NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES LUTZ MD, PHD (NPI 1457316648) is an individual clinical pathology provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (38200) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Kentucky Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457316648
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZC0006X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES LUTZCredential: MD, PHD
Location Address800 ROSE ST # MS 117Lexington, KY 40536-0298
Mailing Address800 Rose St # Ms 117Lexington, KY 40536-0298 · (859) 323-5425
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateApril 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 24, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 24, 2020
NPI 1457316648 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZC0006X
License Licensed in KY · 38200
Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

Also ListedPathology · CytopathologyTaxonomy 207ZC0500X · License 38200 (KY)
800 ROSE ST # MS 117, Lexington, KY 40536

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid64059058KY

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

Dr. Charles Lutz 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 ID1557267770
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031209000782
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 4

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.

Protein measurement, serum 84165
A serum protein measurement is a blood test that determines the levels of proteins in your blood. It is used to evaluate your overall health, and diagnose nutritional problems, kidney disease, liver disease, or immune disorders.
208 services179 patients
Immunologic analysis technique on serum (immunofixation) 86334
Immunofixation is a lab test that helps identify proteins called immunoglobulins in your blood serum. These proteins are part of your immune system. Changes in their levels can indicate certain diseases. The test is simple and only requires a blood sample.
114 services95 patients
Flow cytometry technique for dna or cell analysis, 16 or more markers 88189
Flow cytometry is a method used to measure and analyze cells. It uses a beam of light to detect up to 16 or more markers on cells, helping to identify their type, function, or abnormalities. This technique aids in diagnosing various health conditions.
20 services20 patients
Immunologic analysis technique on body fluid, other fluids with concentration 86335
Immunologic analysis is a diagnostic method that assesses your body fluids to detect health issues. It involves concentrating these fluids to enhance detection of specific proteins or cells. It helps identify immune system responses, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Kentucky Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number180067
Location800 Rose StreetLexington, KY 40536 · Fayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40536 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
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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

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.

Pathology (Hematology)
800 ROSE ST # MS 117
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
800 ROSE ST # MS 117
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Pathology (Neuropathology)
800 ROSE ST # MS 117
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
800 ROSE ST # MS 117
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
800 ROSE ST # MS 117
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Pathology (Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine)
800 ROSE ST # MS 117
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
800 ROSE ST # MS 117
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
800 ROSE ST # MS 117
LEXINGTON, KY 40536

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 Charles Lutz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Lutz is 1457316648. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 19, 2006.

Where is Charles Lutz located?

Charles Lutz practices at 800 Rose St # Ms 117, Lexington, KY 40536. The listed phone number is (859) 323-5425.

What is Charles Lutz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZC0006X.

Is Charles Lutz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Lutz 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 Charles Lutz accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health and Ambetter of Tennessee list Charles Lutz 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 Charles Lutz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charles Lutz is affiliated with University Of Kentucky Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Lutz was last updated on June 24, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.