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GOMEZ KOZAR MCELREATH SMITH
NPI 1760409783
Surgery in Reno, NV

Active since July 16, 2006
18653 WEDGE PARKWAY, RENO, NV 89511(775) 323-7500(775) 789-9208 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: May 5, 2026, Jul 21, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith NPPES

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

GOMEZ KOZAR MCELREATH SMITH (NPI 1760409783), doing business as Western Surgical Group, is a healthcare organization registered as a surgery in Reno, Nevada and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. The organization lists Frieda M Hulka, President, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760409783
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Legal Business NameGOMEZ KOZAR MCELREATH SMITH
Location Address18653 WEDGE PARKWAYReno, NV 89511-3005
Mailing Address18653 Wedge ParkwayReno, NV 89511-3005 · (775) 323-7500 · Fax (775) 789-9208
Phone(775) 323-7500
Fax(775) 789-9208
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialFrieda M HulkaPresident · (775) 323-7500
Enumeration DateJuly 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 5, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 5, 2026
✔ NPI 1760409783 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 8

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in NV · 1002282691
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X
Also ListedSurgery · Pediatric SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0120X
Also ListedSurgery · Trauma SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0127X
Also ListedSurgery · Vascular SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0129X
Also ListedSurgery · Surgical OncologyTaxonomy 2086X0206X
Also ListedColon & Rectal SurgeryTaxonomy 208C00000X
Also ListedThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Taxonomy 208G00000X
18653 WEDGE PARKWAY, Reno, NV 89511
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Other Names 1

Doing Business AsWestern Surgical Group

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid100504116NV

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter Health, Molina Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

41

Medicare enrollment records show 41 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 3 practice at this address and 27 within 10 miles. Listed here are the 20 practicing nearest to this location.

Clinicians by Medicare Specialty 5

General Surgery31
Nurse Practitioner5
Vascular Surgery3
Diagnostic Radiology1
Registered Dietitian or Nutrition Professional1

Nearest to this location (20)

See all 41
Michael Gerber, MD
General Surgery
NPI 1215355508
18653 WEDGE PKWY
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 323-7500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Vinh Vu
General Surgery
NPI 1194353771
18653 WEDGE PARKWAY
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 323-7500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Lars Webb, M.D.
General Surgery
NPI 1205179157
18653 WEDGE PKWY
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 323-7500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Jessica Lirag, APRN, RNFA
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1174048524
3797 PORTLAND DR
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 848-1587
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.9 mi
Mark Levin, MD
Vascular Surgery
NPI 1730492414
5390 LONGLEY LN
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 302-0000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare5.6 mi
Alvaro Devia, M.D.
General Surgery
NPI 1063402477
6554 S MCCARRAN BLVD #B
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0288
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.0 mi
Christopher Madsen, M.D.
General Surgery
NPI 1881988665
6554 S MCCARRAN BLVD STE B
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0288
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.0 mi
Ann Pratt, M.D.
General Surgery
NPI 1205034873
6554 S MCCARRAN BLVD STE B
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0288
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.0 mi
Scott Cinelli, DO
General Surgery
NPI 1982802260
6554 S MCCARRAN BLVD SUITE B
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0288
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.0 mi
Brian Juell, M.D.
General Surgery
NPI 1851381081
6554 S MCCARRAN BLVD #B
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0288
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.0 mi
James Nunley, MD
General Surgery
NPI 1770606998
6554 S MCCARRAN BLVD SUITE B
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 324-0288
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.0 mi
Megan Burchfield, RN, APN
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1629350228
6630 S MCCARRAN BLVD BLDG C
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 525-9151
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.1 mi
James Harris, M.D.
General Surgery
NPI 1104862366
75 PRINGLE WAY SUITE 1002
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-7500
✔ PECOS9.5 mi
Kristi Paquette, APN
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1144265604
75 PRINGLE WAY SUITE 2001
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-7500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare9.5 mi
Martin Bain, MD
General Surgery
NPI 1649211749
75 PRINGLE WAY SUITE 1002
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-7500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare9.5 mi
John Ganser, MD
General Surgery
NPI 1437187861
75 PRINGLE WAY SUITE 1002
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-7500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare9.5 mi
Myron Gomez, M.D.
General Surgery
NPI 1992749048
75 PRINGLE WAY SUITE 1002
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-7500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare9.5 mi
Laurie Mcginley, APN
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1699703512
75 PRINGLE WAY SUITE 1002
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-7500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare9.5 mi
Sarah Deboor, APN
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1780126524
75 PRINGLE WAY STE 1002
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 323-7500
✔ PECOS9.5 mi
Anna Macauley, RD
Registered Dietitian or Nutrition Professional
NPI 1578024378
75 PRINGLE WAY STE 505
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 982-5437
✔ Accepts Medicare9.5 mi
See all 41 clinicians

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith is 1760409783. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on July 16, 2006. The provider is doing business as Western Surgical Group.

Where is Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith located?

Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith is located at 18653 Wedge Parkway, Reno, NV 89511. The listed phone number is (775) 323-7500.

What is Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 41 clinicians in 5 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith. A 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 the clinician's services. The largest specialties are General Surgery (31), Nurse Practitioner (5) and Vascular Surgery (3). Of these, 3 practice at this address and 27 within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health and Molina Healthcare list Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith 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 Gomez Kozar Mcelreath Smith was last updated on May 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months 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.