DR. WILLIAM CLIFFORD KITCHENS MD
NPI 1609815729
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Augusta, GA

Q: What is William Kitchens's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Kitchens is 1609815729. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2006.

Q: What is William Kitchens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Kitchens was last updated on May 21, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since June 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

96.25/100

CMS Quality Rating

1348 WALTON WAY STE 5700, AUGUSTA, GA 30901(706) 722-8242(706) 722-8351 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 21, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About Dr. William Clifford Kitchens Md NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM CLIFFORD KITCHENS MD (NPI 1609815729) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Augusta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (056731) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of Emory University School Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609815729

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM CLIFFORD KITCHENSCredential: MD

Location Address1348 WALTON WAY STE 5700Augusta, GA 30901-5110

Mailing AddressPo Box 1705Augusta, GA 30903-1705 · (706) 774-7263 · Fax (706) 774-7230

Phone(706) 722-8242

Fax(706) 722-8351

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSEmory University School Of MedicineGraduated 1997

Enumeration DateJune 5, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMay 21, 2012

✔ NPI 1609815729 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in GA · 056731

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

1348 WALTON WAY STE 5700, Augusta, GA 30901

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid051503505AL

Medicare UPINH20452AL

Other51503505AL · Blue Cross

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. William Clifford Kitchens 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 ID2466350749

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170807000612

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 9

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.

41 services34 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.

25 services16 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

24 services24 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.

23 services15 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.

16 services16 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pinehurst, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340115

Location155 Memorial DrivePinehurst, NC 28374 · Moore County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30901 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

$164.04 typical visit price

range $53.31 – $164.04

Typical copayment $41.01 (range $13.32 – $41.01)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$66.89 typical visit price

range $16.68 – $133.24

Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)

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.

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.

96.25/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

95.3

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

97.87

Reported Quality Measures

Patient Centered Surgical Risk Assessment and Communication for Cardiac Surgery

Percentage of patients age 18 and older undergoing a non-emergency risk modeled cardiac surgery procedure that had personalized risk assessment using the STS risk calculator and discussed those risks with the surgeon.

92%128 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

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

99%143 patients4/55-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.

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