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JOSEPH EARL KACZYNSKI
NPI 1629602339
Nurse Practitioner in Opelika, AL

Active since March 03, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2000 PEPPERELL PKWY, OPELIKA, AL 36801(334) 749-3411 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 3, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Joseph Earl Kaczynski NPPES

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

JOSEPH EARL KACZYNSKI (NPI 1629602339) is an individual nurse practitioner in Opelika, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (1-165866) and active in the NPI registry since March 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northern Light A R Gould Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629602339
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH EARL KACZYNSKI
Location Address2000 PEPPERELL PKWYOpelika, AL 36801-5452
Mailing Address2000 Pepperell PkwyOpelika, AL 36801-5452 · (334) 749-3411
Phone(334) 749-3411
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateMarch 3, 2020
NPPES CertifiedMarch 3, 2020
✔ NPI 1629602339 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 1-165866
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
2000 PEPPERELL PKWY, Opelika, AL 36801
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama.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

Joseph Earl Kaczynski 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 ID941618300
PECOS Enrollment IDI20251121004207
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 Joseph Kaczynski reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

The Heart Center Cardiology, PC
3.3 mi
Specialist
2375 CHAMPIONS BLVD.
Auburn, AL 36830
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 11 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1861427734 (334) 321-3700
The Aroostook Medical Center
1,335 mi
Rehabilitation Hospital
140 ACADEMY ST
Presque Isle, ME 04769
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maine enrollment
  • 168 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1265551212 (207) 768-4000

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.
228 services179 patients
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.
133 services114 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
41 services39 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
22 services22 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.
14 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northern Light A R Gould Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Presque Isle, ME
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number200018
LocationPO Box 151Presque Isle, ME 04769 · Aroostook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cary Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Caribou, ME
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number200031
Location163 Van Buren Rd, Suite 1Caribou, ME 04736 · Aroostook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 36801 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$91.45 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.

TAYLOR DAVID WACHS DO
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
2000 PEPPERELL PKWY
OPELIKA, AL 36801
Lee County (334) 749-3411
MAXIMILIAN SUNGHO CHOO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2000 PEPPERELL PKWY
OPELIKA, AL 36801
Lee County (334) 364-3300
DR. CASEY ESTELLE SPEARS PHARMD
Pharmacist
2000 PEPPERELL PKWY
OPELIKA, AL 36801
Lee County (334) 749-3411
NGUYEN LAM DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2000 PEPPERELL PKWY
OPELIKA, AL 36801
Lee County (334) 364-3300
DAVID ALLEN POWELL CAA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
2000 PEPPERELL PKWY
OPELIKA, AL 36801
Lee County (334) 528-2499
ARSH PATEL DO
Internal Medicine
2000 PEPPERELL PKWY
OPELIKA, AL 36801
Lee County (334) 528-3035
JAMIE TREHERN RN
Registered Nurse (Obstetric, Inpatient)
2000 PEPPERELL PKWY, 3RD FLOOR/ MOTHER BABY
OPELIKA, AL 36801
Lee County (334) 528-3710
MACKENZIE WINTER WATERS PHARM.D.
Pharmacist
2000 PEPPERELL PKWY
OPELIKA, AL 36801
Lee County (334) 528-2474

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 Joseph Kaczynski's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Kaczynski is 1629602339. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 3, 2020.

Where is Joseph Kaczynski located?

Joseph Kaczynski practices at 2000 Pepperell Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801. The listed phone number is (334) 749-3411.

What is Joseph Kaczynski's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Joseph Kaczynski enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Kaczynski 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 Joseph Kaczynski's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Kaczynski reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: The Heart Center Cardiology, PC (Auburn, AL) and The Aroostook Medical Center (Presque Isle, ME). 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 Joseph Kaczynski's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Kaczynski accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Joseph Kaczynski 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 Joseph Kaczynski affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Kaczynski is affiliated with Northern Light A R Gould Hospital and Cary Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Kaczynski was last updated on March 3, 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.