DR. LAWRENCE MING WEI MD
NPI 1669448734
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Morgantown, WV

Active since February 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, MORGANTOWN, WV 26506(304) 598-4800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Apr 8, 2022, Jan 8, 2021 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Lawrence Ming Wei Md NPPES

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

DR. LAWRENCE MING WEI MD (NPI 1669448734) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Morgantown, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (26994) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Garrett Regional Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Pittsburgh.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669448734
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LAWRENCE MING WEICredential: MD
Location Address1 MEDICAL CENTER DRMorgantown, WV 26506-1200
Mailing Address1 Medical Center DrMorgantown, WV 26506-1200 · (304) 598-4800
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateFebruary 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20226 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 8, 2022
NPI 1669448734 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License Licensed in WV · 26994
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.

Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License MD030942E (PA)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Morgantown, WV 26506

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1200 Lothrop St, Suite C-700Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2546 · Phone (412) 648-6351

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid001009950PA

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Lawrence Ming Wei 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 ID3971799347
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160802001534
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 4

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.

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
Replacement of mitral valve on heart-lung machine 33430
Mitral valve replacement involves a surgeon removing a damaged or diseased mitral valve in your heart and replacing it with a new, healthy one. This is done while your body is connected to a heart-lung machine, which takes over your heart's pumping function during the procedure.
12 services12 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.
11 services11 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Garrett Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Oakland, MD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210017
Location251 North Fourth StreetOakland, MD 21550 · Garrett County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morgantown, WV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510001
Location1 Medical Center DriveMorgantown, WV 26506 · Monongalia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

United Hospital Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Bridgeport, WV
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510006
Location327 Medical Park DriveBridgeport, WV 26330 · Harrison County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 26506 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
$164.59 typical visit price
range $53.20 – $164.59
Typical copayment $41.14 (range $13.30 – $41.14)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.84 typical visit price
range $16.47 – $133.29
Typical copayment $16.71 (range $4.11 – $33.32)
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.

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

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.

Emergency Medicine
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, HSC DEPT. OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Pharmacist
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Emergency Medicine
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, DEPT. OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Emergency Medicine
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Speech-Language Pathologist
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Physician Assistant
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, WVU HOSPITAL ,DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
MORGANTOWN, WV 26506

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 Lawrence Wei's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lawrence Wei is 1669448734. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 27, 2006.

Where is Lawrence Wei located?

Lawrence Wei practices at 1 Medical Center Dr, Morgantown, WV 26506. The listed phone number is (304) 598-4800.

What is Lawrence Wei's specialty?

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

Is Lawrence Wei enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lawrence Wei 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.

What insurance does Lawrence Wei accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia and 1 other insurer list Lawrence Wei 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 Lawrence Wei affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lawrence Wei is affiliated with Garrett Regional Medical Center, West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc and United Hospital Center, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lawrence Wei was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.