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WILLIAM JOSEPH SHORT MD
NPI 1487765293
Family Medicine in Ashland, KY

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 18D0877319 · Waiver
200 SAINT CHRISTOPHER DR, ASHLAND, KY 41101(606) 324-7083(606) 324-9414 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 23, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About William Joseph Short Md NPPES

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

WILLIAM JOSEPH SHORT MD (NPI 1487765293) is an individual family medicine provider in Ashland, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (29564) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through September 29, 2027, and is affiliated with King's Daughters' Medical Center.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487765293
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameWILLIAM JOSEPH SHORTCredential: MD
Location Address200 SAINT CHRISTOPHER DRAshland, KY 41101-7018
Mailing Address200 Saint Christopher DrAshland, KY 41101-7018 · (606) 324-7083 · Fax (606) 324-9414
Phone(606) 324-7083
Fax(606) 324-9414
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 23, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMay 7, 2024
✔ NPI 1487765293 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in KY · 29564
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
200 SAINT CHRISTOPHER DR, Ashland, KY 41101
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid64295645KY

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

William Joseph Short 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 ID9133260995
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091231000128
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 18D0877319

William J Short, MD, Psc · Ashland, KY
Active · expires Sep 29, 2027
CLIA Number18D0877319
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateSeptember 30, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateSeptember 29, 2027
Laboratory DirectorDr. William J. Short
Laboratory Phone(606) 324-7083
Laboratory LocationWilliam J Short, MD, Psc200 Saint Christopher Drive, Ashland, KY 41101
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
128 services53 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
119 services40 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.
82 services46 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
59 services42 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
27 services27 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
17 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

King's Daughters' Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Ashland, KY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180009
Location2201 Lexington AvenueAshland, KY 41101 · Boyd County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 41101 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
$82.24 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $20.56 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers33 claims51 services$5.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers23 claims23 services$0.99 avg. paid by Medicare
For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up), custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe A5500
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers13 claims26 services$48.40 avg. paid by Medicare
For diabetics only, multiple density insert, direct formed, molded to foot after external heat source of 230 degrees fahrenheit or higher, total contact with patient's foot, including arch, base layer minimum of 1/4 inch material of shore a 35 durometer or 3/16 inch material of shore a 40 durometer (or higher), prefabricated, each A5512
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers13 claims78 services$21.63 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers13 claims63 services$3.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers39 claims39 services$20.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 William Short's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Short is 1487765293. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Where is William Short located?

William Short practices at 200 Saint Christopher Dr, Ashland, KY 41101. The listed phone number is (606) 324-7083.

What is William Short's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is William Short enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Short 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.

Does William Short hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 18D0877319) is associated with this NPI, valid through September 29, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

Is William Short affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Short is affiliated with King's Daughters' Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Short was last updated on May 23, 2024. 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.