DR. DAVID C KRESS M.D.
NPI 1619938701
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Milwaukee, WI

Active since March 29, 2006PECOS Enrolled
2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, SUITE 511, MILWAUKEE, WI 53215(414) 649-3780(414) 649-3794 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 2, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. David C Kress M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DAVID C KRESS M.D. (NPI 1619938701) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (26409) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619938701
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DAVID C KRESSCredential: M.D.
Location Address2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, SUITE 511Milwaukee, WI 53215-3677
Mailing Address2901 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy, Suite 511Milwaukee, WI 53215-3677 · (414) 649-3780 · Fax (414) 649-3794
Fax(414) 649-3794
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMarch 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 2, 2021
NPPES CertifiedDecember 2, 2021
NPI 1619938701 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 WI · 26409
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.

2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, Milwaukee, WI 53215

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid30814800WI

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. David C Kress M.d. 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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 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.
40 services40 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes 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.
35 services35 patients
Exclusion of appendage of left upper chamber of heart performed during other procedure on chest 33268
This is a procedure done on the heart's left upper chamber (atrium). The small pouch-like appendage is sealed off during another chest procedure. This is done to reduce the risk of blood clots forming and causing strokes.
31 services31 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
31 services31 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
29 services29 patients
Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 4 grafts 33521
A coronary artery bypass with 4 grafts is a heart operation where a surgeon takes healthy blood vessels from your leg, arm or chest to create new paths for blood to flow around blocked arteries in your heart. This can improve your heart function and symptoms.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 53215 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
$163.24 typical visit price
range $53.90 – $163.24
Typical copayment $40.81 (range $13.47 – $40.81)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$67.37 typical visit price
range $17.40 – $133.76
Typical copayment $16.84 (range $4.35 – $33.44)
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.

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.

Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, STE 415
MILWAUKEE, WI 53215
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, #310
MILWAUKEE, WI 53215
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, #310
MILWAUKEE, WI 53215
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, #310
MILWAUKEE, WI 53215
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, #310
MILWAUKEE, WI 53215
Surgery
2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, #511
MILWAUKEE, WI 53215
Obstetrics & Gynecology
2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, #417
MILWAUKEE, WI 53215
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
2901 W KINNICKINNIC RIVER PKWY, SUITE 516
MILWAUKEE, WI 53215

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 David Kress's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Kress is 1619938701. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 29, 2006.

Where is David Kress located?

David Kress practices at 2901 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy Suite 511, Milwaukee, WI 53215. The listed phone number is (414) 649-3780.

What is David Kress's specialty?

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

Is David Kress enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Kress is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does David Kress accept?

Health plans from CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) list David Kress 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Kress was last updated on December 2, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.