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WILLIAM H. KITCHENS JR. M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1598892952
Transplant Surgery in Atlanta, GA

Active since February 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
92.26/100
CMS Quality Rating
1364 CLIFTON RD NE, ATLANTA, GA 30322(404) 712-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 30, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About William H. Kitchens Jr. M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

WILLIAM H. KITCHENS JR. M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1598892952) is an individual transplant surgery provider in Atlanta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (63081) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598892952
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy204F00000X
Provider Legal NameWILLIAM H. KITCHENS JR.Credential: M.D., PH.D.
Location Address1364 CLIFTON RD NEAtlanta, GA 30322-1059
Mailing AddressEmory Transplant Ctr, 101 Woodruff Circle, Wmb Suite 5105Atlanta, GA 30322-0001 · (404) 712-1820
Phone(404) 712-2000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHarvard Medical SchoolGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateFebruary 27, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 30, 2014
✔ NPI 1598892952 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyTransplant SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code204F00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 63081
Definition
A surgeon who specializes in transplant surgery. Source: National Uniform Claim Committee
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License L-228120 (MA)
1364 CLIFTON RD NE, Atlanta, GA 30322
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama 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

William H. Kitchens Jr. M.d., Ph.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 ID7113170291
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140624001105
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.

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.
51 services41 patients
Transplantation of donor kidney 50360
Transplantation of a donor kidney involves replacing a non-functioning kidney with a healthy one from a donor. This procedure can significantly improve the quality of life for those with serious kidney disease. The new kidney can perform the essential task of filtering blood and removing waste.
35 services35 patients
Preparation of donor kidney for transplantation 50323
Preparation of a kidney for transplantation involves careful evaluation of the donor organ. It includes checking for diseases, ensuring compatibility, and preserving the organ in a cold solution until transplantation. This process ensures the best outcome for the recipient.
25 services25 patients
Preparation of donor kidney and veins for transplantation 50327
In kidney transplantation, a healthy kidney is taken from a donor. The kidney is carefully prepared, cleaned, and preserved. Veins are also prepared to ensure smooth blood flow to the new kidney. This process is done under strict medical protocols.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Emory University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110010
Location1364 Clifton Road, NEAtlanta, GA 30322 · De Kalb County
Emergency services

Emory University Hospital Midtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110078
Location550 Peachtree Street, NEAtlanta, GA 30308 · Fulton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

92.26/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.83
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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
2 suppliers13 claims4,680 services$0.27 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
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$12.55 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 20

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

GREGORY WESTON
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1364 CLIFTON RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Dekalb County (404) 727-5658
RUTH FLAHERTY CCC-SLP
Physician Assistant
1364 CLIFTON RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Dekalb County (404) 712-2000
JENNIFER MARIE SCHNETZER RN
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1364 CLIFTON RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Dekalb County (679) 378-1093
PETER MORAN PHARMD
Pharmacist (Critical Care)
1364 CLIFTON RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Dekalb County (404) 712-2000
SARAH ELIZABETH DUNSEATH MD
Anesthesiology (Critical Care Medicine)
1364 CLIFTON RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Dekalb County (404) 778-7777
DUYEN M VO PHARMD
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
1364 CLIFTON RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Dekalb County (404) 712-7273
CHRISTINE CARPENTER
Anesthesiologist Assistant
1364 CLIFTON RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Dekalb County (404) 712-2000
DR. CHRISTOPHER VINCENT BARRY MD, PHD, MPH
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1364 CLIFTON RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30322
Dekalb County (404) 727-5658

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 Kitchens's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Kitchens is 1598892952. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 27, 2007.

Where is William Kitchens located?

William Kitchens practices at 1364 Clifton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30322. The listed phone number is (404) 712-2000.

What is William Kitchens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Transplant Surgery with taxonomy code 204F00000X.

Is William Kitchens enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Kitchens 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 William Kitchens accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list William Kitchens 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 William Kitchens affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Kitchens is affiliated with Emory University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Kitchens was last updated on January 30, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.