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DR. JOHN JOSEPH WASSEL M.D.
NPI 1548295934
Orthopaedic Surgery in Charlotte, NC

Active since July 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
300 BILLINGSLEY RD, SUITE 105, CHARLOTTE, NC 28211(704) 384-4098(704) 384-5743 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 25, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. John Joseph Wassel M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN JOSEPH WASSEL M.D. (NPI 1548295934) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Charlotte, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (25095) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, and is a graduate of Georgetown University School Of Medicine (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548295934
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN JOSEPH WASSELCredential: M.D.
Location Address300 BILLINGSLEY RD, SUITE 105Charlotte, NC 28211-1075
Mailing AddressPo Box 60447Charlotte, NC 28260-0447 · (704) 384-7680
Phone(704) 384-4098
Fax(704) 384-5743
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateJuly 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 25, 2020
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 29, 2020
✔ NPI 1548295934 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 25095
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Also ListedPreventive Medicine · Undersea and Hyperbaric MedicineTaxonomy 2083P0011X · License 25095 (NC)
300 BILLINGSLEY RD, Charlotte, NC 28211
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid898-5911NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Cigna Healthcare.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

Dr. John Joseph Wassel M.d. 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 ID5890768667
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040818001417
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show John Wassel reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

The Presbyterian Hospital
Same address
Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine
300 BILLINGSLEY RD, SUITE 105
Charlotte, NC 28211
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1093438244 (North Carolina)
  • 77 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1104145390 (704) 384-4098
Novant Medical Group, Inc
0.1 mi
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
330 BILLINGSLEY RD, SUITE 101
Charlotte, NC 28211
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Novant Health Medical Group, LLC
  • Also billed through NPI 1780697474 (North Carolina)
  • 2,998 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1467900977 (704) 316-2335

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 3

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.
344 services116 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
115 services36 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.
51 services51 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340053
Location200 Hawthorne Lane Box 33549Charlotte, NC 28233 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28211 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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 12

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

Tape, waterproof, per 18 square inches A4452
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier70 claims5,520 services$0.36 avg. paid by Medicare
Collagen dressing, sterile, size 16 sq. in. or less, each A6021
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier29 claims764 services$19.35 avg. paid by Medicare
Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing A6196
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier36 claims1,254 services$6.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing A6212
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier16 claims276 services$9.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Gauze, impregnated with other than water, normal saline, or hydrogel, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing A6222
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier19 claims551 services$1.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Hydrogel dressing, wound filler, gel, per fluid ounce A6248
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier17 claims63 services$13.97 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 16

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

DR. ARMEN BALASANYAN DDS
Dentist
300 BILLINGSLEY RD, SUITE 202
CHARLOTTE, NC 28211
Mecklenburg County (980) 275-0099
THE PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL
Preventive Medicine (Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine)
300 BILLINGSLEY RD, SUITE 105
CHARLOTTE, NC 28211
Mecklenburg County (704) 384-4098
MARK TIMMONS
Behavior Technician
300 BILLINGSLEY RD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28211
Mecklenburg County (704) 780-4271
DR. TARUN K NARANG MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
300 BILLINGSLEY RD, SUITE 301
CHARLOTTE, NC 28211
Mecklenburg County (704) 372-7974
NORMA MEDLIN OSBORNE MSN, ACNP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
300 BILLINGSLEY RD, SUITE 200
CHARLOTTE, NC 28211
Mecklenburg County (704) 372-9010
PAMELA S WHITLEY FNP-BC, CWOCN
Nurse Practitioner
300 BILLINGSLEY RD, SUITE 105
CHARLOTTE, NC 28211
Mecklenburg County (704) 384-4098
DR. RYAN C GIEL DC
Chiropractor
300 BILLINGSLEY RD, SUITE 102
CHARLOTTE, NC 28211
Mecklenburg County (704) 379-7990
CENTER FOR COSMETIC & PLASTIC SURGERY
Plastic Surgery
300 BILLINGSLEY RD, STE 105
CHARLOTTE, NC 28211
Mecklenburg County (704) 375-2222

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 John Wassel's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Wassel is 1548295934. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 12, 2006.

Where is John Wassel located?

John Wassel practices at 300 Billingsley Rd Suite 105, Charlotte, NC 28211. The listed phone number is (704) 384-4098.

What is John Wassel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is John Wassel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Wassel 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 John Wassel's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), John Wassel reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: The Presbyterian Hospital (Charlotte, NC) and Novant Medical Group, Inc (Charlotte, NC). 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 John Wassel's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does John Wassel accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and Cigna Healthcare list John Wassel 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 John Wassel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Wassel is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Wassel was last updated on October 25, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.