SAM N. KUCHINKA M.D.
NPI 1639412000
Ophthalmology in Ashland, WI

Q: What is Sam Kuchinka's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sam Kuchinka is 1639412000. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 3, 2013.

Q: What is Sam Kuchinka's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sam Kuchinka was last updated on September 28, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

Active since April 03, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

89.68/100

CMS Quality Rating

MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, 1615 MAPLE LANE, ASHLAND, WI 54806(715) 685-5500(715) 682-4022 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 28, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 13, 2020, Mar 17, 2018, Jun 19, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Sam N. Kuchinka M.d. NPPES

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

SAM N. KUCHINKA M.D. (NPI 1639412000) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Ashland, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (66857) and active in the NPI registry since April 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Aspirus Ironwood Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Saint Louis.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639412000

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameSAM N. KUCHINKACredential: M.D.

Location AddressMEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, 1615 MAPLE LANEAshland, WI 54806

Mailing AddressMemorial Medical Center, 1615 Maple LaneAshland, WI 54806 · (715) 685-5500 · Fax (715) 682-4022

Phone(715) 685-5500

Fax(715) 682-4022

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateApril 3, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 28, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 28, 2023

✔ NPI 1639412000 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in WI · 66857✔ Licensed in WI · 66857-20

Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, Ashland, WI 54806

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11755 S Grand BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63104-1540 · Phone (314) 256-3240

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspirus Health Plan, Sanford Health Plan and more.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

Sam N. Kuchinka M.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 ID3577865989

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170718001568, I20251120002701

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

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

Memorial Medical Center Inc

7.1 mi

Critical Access

1615 MAPLE LN
Ashland, WI 54806

Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
175 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1437179231 (715) 685-5500

Medical Services, Inc

41 mi

Critical Access

11040 N STATE ROAD 77
Hayward, WI 54843

Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
104 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1912992827 (715) 934-4321

Relf Eyecare Specialists PA

71 mi

Ophthalmology

4413 AIR BASE RD
Hermantown, MN 55811

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
5 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1215972617 (218) 720-3553

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 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.

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.

99 services88 patients

Imaging of retina 92134

Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.

80 services53 patients

Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136

This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.

59 services58 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.

58 services58 patients

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.

51 services32 patients

Imaging of optic nerve 92133

Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).

25 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Aspirus Ironwood Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Ironwood, MI

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number231333

LocationN10561 Grand View LaneIronwood, MI 49938 · Gogebic County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Lukes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240047

Location915 East 1st StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Hayward, WI

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number521336

Location11040 N State Rd 77Hayward, WI 54843 · Sawyer County

Emergency services

Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Ashland, WI

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number521359

Location1615 Maple LaneAshland, WI 54806 · Ashland County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 54806 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

$123.69 typical visit price

range $53.90 – $163.24

Typical copayment $30.92 (range $13.47 – $40.81)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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.

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.

89.68/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

81.23

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

CRAIG W. FLORINE M.D.

Ophthalmology

MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, 1615 MAPLE LANE
ASHLAND, WI 54806

Ashland County (715) 685-5500

MARK W. SNEED MD

Ophthalmology

MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, 1615 MAPLE LANE
ASHLAND, WI 54806

Ashland County (715) 685-5500

REBECCA FLEMING APNP

Nurse Practitioner

MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, 1615 MAPLE LANE
ASHLAND, WI 54806

Ashland County (715) 685-5513

REBECCA K NELSON

Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))

MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, 1635 MAPLE LANE
ASHLAND, WI 54806

Ashland County (715) 685-5400

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 Sam Kuchinka's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sam Kuchinka is 1639412000. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 3, 2013.

Where is Sam Kuchinka located?

Sam Kuchinka practices at Memorial Medical Center 1615 Maple Lane, Ashland, WI 54806. The listed phone number is (715) 685-5500.

What is Sam Kuchinka's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Sam Kuchinka enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sam Kuchinka 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 Sam Kuchinka's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sam Kuchinka reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Memorial Medical Center Inc (Ashland, WI), Medical Services, Inc (Hayward, WI) and Relf Eyecare Specialists PA (Hermantown, MN). 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 Sam Kuchinka's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sam Kuchinka accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspirus Health Plan, Sanford Health Plan and Security Health Plan list Sam Kuchinka 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 Sam Kuchinka affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sam Kuchinka is affiliated with Aspirus Ironwood Hospital, St Lukes Hospital, Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center and Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sam Kuchinka was last updated on September 28, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.