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DR. SHARON WATKINS MD
NPI 1609021633
Emergency Medicine in Washington, DC

Active since November 18, 2008PECOS Enrolled
94.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
900 23 STREET, WASHINGTON, DC 20037(202) 715-4911 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 8, 2022, Jul 15, 2021, Jan 11, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Sharon Watkins Md NPPES

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

DR. SHARON WATKINS MD (NPI 1609021633) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Washington, District Of Columbia, licensed in West Virginia (24257) and active in the NPI registry since November 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609021633
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SHARON WATKINSCredential: MD
Location Address900 23 STREETWashington, DC 20037
Mailing Address900 23rd St NwWashington, DC 20037-2342 · (202) 715-4911
Phone(202) 715-4911
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateNovember 18, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 20225 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 8, 2022
✔ NPI 1609021633 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in WV · 24257
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
900 23 STREET, Washington, DC 20037
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Sharon Watkins Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Sharon Watkins reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

West Virginia University Medical Corporation
52 mi
Family Medicine
300 S PRESTON ST
Ranson, WV 25438
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 2,471 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1215785563 (304) 728-1795
Richbend Emergency Physicians, PLLC
151 mi
Emergency Medicine
812 GORMAN AVE
Elkins, WV 26241
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 90 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1093438830 (304) 636-3300
West Virginia Emergency Physicians, LLP
165 mi
Emergency Medicine
1200 J D ANDERSON DR
Morgantown, WV 26505
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 58 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1952776379 (304) 598-1200

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 5

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.
78 services78 patients
Respiratory infectious agent detection by rna for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid 19), influenza a, influenza b, and respiratory syncytial virus, upper respiratory specimen, each reported as detected or not detected 0241U
This test detects the RNA of respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, Influenza A, Influenza B, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus, in an upper respiratory specimen. The test result will report if each virus is detected or not, helping in accurate diagnosis.
24 services24 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
20 services19 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.
18 services18 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.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20037 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
$100.31 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $25.07 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$113.72 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $28.43 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

94.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality78.46
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Sharon Watkins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sharon Watkins is 1609021633. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 18, 2008.

Where is Sharon Watkins located?

Sharon Watkins practices at 900 23 Street, Washington, DC 20037. The listed phone number is (202) 715-4911.

What is Sharon Watkins's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Sharon Watkins enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sharon Watkins is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Sharon Watkins's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sharon Watkins reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: West Virginia University Medical Corporation (Ranson, WV), Richbend Emergency Physicians, PLLC (Elkins, WV) and West Virginia Emergency Physicians, LLP (Morgantown, WV). 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 Sharon Watkins's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sharon Watkins was last updated on April 8, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.