PAUL G WELCH MD
NPI 1548259146
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Martinsburg, WV

Q: What is Paul Welch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Welch is 1548259146. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 17, 2005.

Q: What is Paul Welch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Welch was last updated on May 12, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months 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.

Active since October 17, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

80.23/100

CMS Quality Rating

103 MARCLEY DR, MARTINSBURG, WV 25401(304) 263-0911(304) 263-0896 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 12, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Paul G Welch Md NPPES

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

PAUL G WELCH MD (NPI 1548259146) is an individual nephrology provider in Martinsburg, West Virginia, licensed in Maryland (D0036460) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Meritus Medical Center, and is a graduate of Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548259146

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X

Provider Legal NamePAUL G WELCHCredential: MD

Location Address103 MARCLEY DRMartinsburg, WV 25401-2977

Mailing Address12931 Oak Hill AveHagerstown, MD 21742-2914 · (301) 797-9600 · Fax (301) 797-3854

Phone(304) 263-0911

Fax(304) 263-0896

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of MedGraduated 1983

Enumeration DateOctober 17, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateMay 12, 2026

NPPES CertifiedMay 12, 2026

✔ NPI 1548259146 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RN0300X

Licenses✔ Licensed in MD · D0036460✔ Licensed in WV · 21663

Definition

An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.

103 MARCLEY DR, Martinsburg, WV 25401

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid3810000572WV

Medicaid405937900MD

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia.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

Paul G Welch 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 ID6901870989

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040825000136, I20040928001022, I20171116002084

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 12

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.

Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960

Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.

563 services71 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.

373 services261 patients

Dialysis services, per day, less than full month service (20 years or older) 90970

Dialysis is a treatment that replicates some functions of healthy kidneys when they're not working properly. It helps to remove waste, salt, and excess water from your body and maintain a safe level of certain chemicals in your blood. This service, for patients aged 20 or older, is provided on a daily basis for less than a full month.

306 services16 patients

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.

200 services101 patients

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.

157 services90 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.

77 services76 patients

Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935

Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.

75 services35 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.

48 services47 patients

Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961

Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.

36 services23 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

36 services36 patients

Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated 81001

A manual urinalysis test with automated microscopic examination is a lab process that checks your urine for health indicators. It involves a machine scanning your sample to identify any abnormal elements, which can assist in diagnosing various conditions.

27 services27 patients

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.

24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Meritus Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hagerstown, MD

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number210001

Location11116 Medical Campus RoadHagerstown, MD 21742 · Washington County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Berkeley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Martinsburg, WV

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number510008

Location2500 Hospital DriveMartinsburg, WV 25401 · Berkeley County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Valley Health War Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Berkeley Springs, WV

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number511309

Location1 Healthy WayBerkeley Springs, WV 25411 · Morgan County

Emergency services

Jefferson Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Ranson, WV

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number511319

Location300 South Preston StreetRanson, WV 25438 · Jefferson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 25401 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

$124.46 typical visit price

range $53.20 – $164.59

Typical copayment $31.11 (range $13.30 – $41.14)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$94.81 typical visit price

range $16.47 – $133.29

Typical copayment $23.70 (range $4.11 – $33.32)

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.

80.23/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

58.17

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

56.34

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

68%3,327 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

97%1,180 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Health Information Exchange

The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…

1%1,029 patients1/55-star benchmark: 96%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

97%1,180 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

75%1,029 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

31%879 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

Patients screenedForUse: 96% · 285 patients

Patients tobacco: 88% · 285 patients

20%30 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

72%1,029 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

0%1,029 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%

Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients 2+: 0% · 498 patients

0%498 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

4 suppliers48 claims1,980 services$0.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

4 suppliers43 claims3,630 services$0.20 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

4 suppliers47 claims47 services$18.96 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

4 suppliers52 claims55 services$12.63 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 5

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

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