DR. JOSEPH D. WHITLARK MD
NPI 1760461180
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in State College, PA

Active since January 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
905 UNIVERSITY DR, STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801(814) 238-8418(814) 234-2888 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 18, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph D. Whitlark Md NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH D. WHITLARK MD (NPI 1760461180) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in State College, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD039559E) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760461180
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH D. WHITLARKCredential: MD
Location Address905 UNIVERSITY DRState College, PA 16801-6626
Mailing Address905 University DrState College, PA 16801-6626 · (814) 238-8418 · Fax (814) 234-2888
Fax(814) 234-2888
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJanuary 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 18, 2015
NPI 1760461180 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 5

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses Licensed in PA · MD039559E Licensed in NC · 000722778
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 ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 000722778 (NC), MD039559E (PA)
Also ListedSurgery · Vascular SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0129X · License 000722778 (NC), MD039559E (PA)
Also ListedPhysical TherapistTaxonomy 225100000X
905 UNIVERSITY DR, State College, PA 16801

Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid8912953NC
Medicare UPINF03998NC
Other12953NC · Blue Cross
Other2293437ANC · Medicare Id

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. Joseph D. Whitlark 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 ID2769463678
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230816003482
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 11

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, 20-29 minutes 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.
117 services75 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
60 services51 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 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.
45 services45 patients
Biopsy of lobe of lung using an endoscope, 1 lobe 31628
A lung biopsy is a procedure where a small piece of lung tissue is taken for testing. An endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, is used. It's inserted through the mouth or nose, down the windpipe, and into one lobe of the lung.
33 services33 patients
Exam of lung airways with diagnostic or therapeutic procedure on growths using an endoscope and ultrasound 31654
This procedure involves using a specialized instrument, called an endoscope, to examine the lung airways. An ultrasound is also used to get a clearer image of any growths. If necessary, the doctor can perform procedures to diagnose or treat these growths.
33 services33 patients
Exam of lung airways and sampling of lymph nodes using an endoscope and ultrasound guidance, 3 or more lymph nodes 31653
This procedure involves using a special scope and ultrasound to examine your lung airways and sample tissue from 3 or more lymph nodes. It aids in diagnosing lung conditions and checking lymph node health.
24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Monmouth Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Long Branch, NJ
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310075
Location300 Second AvenueLong Branch, NJ 07740 · Monmouth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 16801 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
$166.87 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $41.71 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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
3 suppliers16 claims18 services$66.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers14 claims16 services$32.35 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 19

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

Internal Medicine
905 UNIVERSITY DR, SUITE 1
STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801
Urology
905 UNIVERSITY DR
STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801
Urology
905 UNIVERSITY DR
STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801
Urology
905 UNIVERSITY DR, SUITE 2
STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
905 UNIVERSITY DR, STE 2
STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801
Urology
905 UNIVERSITY DR
STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801
Physician Assistant
905 UNIVERSITY DR
STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801
Urology
905 UNIVERSITY DR
STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801

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 Whitlark's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Whitlark is 1760461180. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 13, 2006.

Where is Joseph Whitlark located?

Joseph Whitlark practices at 905 University Dr, State College, PA 16801. The listed phone number is (814) 238-8418.

What is Joseph Whitlark's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Whitlark enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Whitlark 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.

Is Joseph Whitlark affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Whitlark is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Whitlark was last updated on November 18, 2015. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.