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JOSEPH A WAPENSKI MD
NPI 1487654281
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since July 22, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
302 GRACE DEL LN, PITTSBURGH, PA 15237(412) 369-9059 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 28, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Joseph A Wapenski Md NPPES

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

JOSEPH A WAPENSKI MD (NPI 1487654281) is an individual neurology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD044065E) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wooster Community Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1976).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487654281
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH A WAPENSKICredential: MD
Location Address302 GRACE DEL LNPittsburgh, PA 15237-4300
Mailing Address302 Grace Del LnPittsburgh, PA 15237-4300 · (412) 369-9059
Phone(412) 369-9059
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1976
Enumeration DateJuly 22, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 28, 2023
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 28, 2023
✔ NPI 1487654281 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
Licenses✔ Licensed in PA · MD044065E✔ Licensed in VA · 0101278954
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
302 GRACE DEL LN, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid01165435PA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc., CareSource, MedMutual and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Joseph A Wapenski 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 ID1153229463
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190214001619
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

5

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Wapenski reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Bloomington Medical Services LLC
99 mi
Internal Medicine
1761 BEALL AVE
Wooster, OH 44691
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 126 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1528246683 (330) 263-8428
The Metrohealth System
105 mi
Multi-Specialty
2500 METROHEALTH DR
Cleveland, OH 44109
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 2,147 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1053353896 (216) 957-2442
Mercy Health Physicians North Specialty Care LLC
197 mi
Surgery
2200 JEFFERSON AVE
Toledo, OH 43604
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 690 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1306468418 (888) 696-3541
Mercy Health Physicians-North LLC
197 mi
Family Medicine
2200 JEFFERSON AVE
Toledo, OH 43604
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 457 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1609000769 (419) 871-6359
Centra Medical Group, LLC
215 mi
Family Medicine
124 AMBRIAR COURT
Amherst, VA 24521
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 757 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1609278357 (434) 946-9565

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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 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.
45 services26 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
25 services25 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
19 services19 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
18 services18 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.
16 services11 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Wooster Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Wooster, OH
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number360036
Location1761 Beall AvenueWooster, OH 44691 · Wayne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15237 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

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 Wapenski's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Wapenski is 1487654281. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 22, 2005.

Where is Joseph Wapenski located?

Joseph Wapenski practices at 302 Grace Del Ln, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. The listed phone number is (412) 369-9059.

What is Joseph Wapenski's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Joseph Wapenski enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Wapenski 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Joseph Wapenski's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Wapenski reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Bloomington Medical Services LLC (Wooster, OH), The Metrohealth System (Cleveland, OH), Mercy Health Physicians North Specialty Care LLC (Toledo, OH), Mercy Health Physicians-North LLC (Toledo, OH) and Centra Medical Group, LLC (Amherst, VA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Joseph Wapenski's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Wapenski accept?

Health plans from Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc., CareSource, MedMutual and Molina Healthcare list Joseph Wapenski 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 Wapenski affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Wapenski is affiliated with Wooster Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Wapenski was last updated on September 28, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.