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DR. JOSEPH A. KWENTUS MD
NPI 1477582096
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Flowood, MS

Active since July 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3531 LAKELAND DRIVE, SUITE 1060 BRENTWOOD PLAZA, FLOWOOD, MS 39232(601) 420-5810(601) 420-5811 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 28, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 28, 2021, Dec 12, 2019, Mar 15, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Joseph A. Kwentus Md NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH A. KWENTUS MD (NPI 1477582096) is an individual psychiatry provider in Flowood, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (17834) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hospital At Gulfport, and maintains a secondary practice location in Jackson.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477582096
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH A. KWENTUSCredential: MD
Location Address3531 LAKELAND DRIVE, SUITE 1060 BRENTWOOD PLAZAFlowood, MS 39232
Mailing AddressP.o. Box 321015Flowood, MS 39232 · (601) 420-5810 · Fax (601) 420-5811
Phone(601) 420-5810
Fax(601) 420-5811
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSaint Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated 1972
Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 28, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 28, 2021
✔ NPI 1477582096 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 5

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in MS · 17834
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Addiction MedicineTaxonomy 2084A0401X · License 17834 (MS)
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Forensic PsychiatryTaxonomy 2084F0202X · License 17834 (MS)
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyTaxonomy 2084N0400X · License 17834 (MS)
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Geriatric PsychiatryTaxonomy 2084P0805X · License 17834 (MS)
3531 LAKELAND DRIVE, Flowood, MS 39232
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13450 Highway 80 WJackson, MS 39209-7201 · Phone (601) 321-2400 · Fax (601) 321-2476

Other Identifiers 3

Other860000121MS · Palmetto Gba-railroad Med
Medicaid00018209MS
Medicaid00126737MS

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.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. Joseph A. Kwentus 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 ID3678567245
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040414001441
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.

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.
633 services209 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services 90792
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services is a comprehensive assessment. It includes a detailed examination of your mental health and physical wellbeing, as well as your personal and family history. This evaluation aids in creating an effective treatment plan.
95 services92 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
67 services64 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.
27 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Memorial Hospital At Gulfport

Acute Care Hospitals · Gulfport, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250019
Location4500 13th StreetGulfport, MS 39502 · Harrison County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Merit Health Central

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250072
Location1850 Chadwick DrJackson, MS 39204 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Crossgates River Oaks Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Brandon, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250096
Location350 Crossgates BlvdBrandon, MS 39042 · Rankin County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39232 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
$159.18 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $39.79 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$64.96 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $16.24 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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.

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.

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
1 supplier24 claims24 services$32.45 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

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

DONALD C. GUILD, M.D., J.D., PA
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
3531 LAKELAND DRIVE, COMPLEX B SUITE 1040
FLOWOOD, MS 39232
Rankin County (601) 936-6781

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 Joseph Kwentus's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Kwentus is 1477582096. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2006.

Where is Joseph Kwentus located?

Joseph Kwentus practices at 3531 Lakeland Drive Suite 1060 Brentwood Plaza, Flowood, MS 39232. The listed phone number is (601) 420-5810.

What is Joseph Kwentus's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Joseph Kwentus enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Kwentus 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 Joseph Kwentus accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 3 other insurers list Joseph Kwentus 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 Joseph Kwentus affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Kwentus is affiliated with Memorial Hospital At Gulfport, Merit Health Central and Crossgates River Oaks Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Kwentus was last updated on April 28, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.