DR. KARA OBRIEN WELLS MD
NPI 1760658355
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Lexington, KY

Q: What is Kara Wells's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Wells is 1760658355. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 2, 2008.

Q: What is Kara Wells's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Wells was last updated on December 16, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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 May 02, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

95.5/100

CMS Quality Rating

1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD, SUITE 701, LEXINGTON, KY 40503(859) 278-0396 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 16, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 16, 2020, Feb 13, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Kara Obrien Wells Md NPPES

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

DR. KARA OBRIEN WELLS MD (NPI 1760658355) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (42738) and active in the NPI registry since May 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Georgetown Community Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760658355

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207V00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. KARA OBRIEN WELLSCredential: MD

Location Address1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD, SUITE 701Lexington, KY 40503-1431

Mailing Address1700 Nicholasville Rd, Suite 701Lexington, KY 40503-1431 · (859) 278-0396

Phone(859) 278-0396

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated 2005

Enumeration DateMay 2, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 16, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedDecember 16, 2020

✔ NPI 1760658355 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207V00000X

License✔ Licensed in KY · 42738

Definition

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD, Lexington, KY 40503

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.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. Kara Obrien Wells 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 ID6204980568

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090820000538

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.

Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101

This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.

48 services48 patients

Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory Q0091

A Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.

36 services36 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.

35 services30 patients

Ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina 76830

An ultrasound scan of the lower abdominal region is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. This helps in checking the health of reproductive organs and detecting any abnormalities. The scan is done via a small probe inserted into the body.

16 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Georgetown Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Georgetown, KY

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number180101

Location1140 Lexington RoadGeorgetown, KY 40324 · Scott County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Health Lexington

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number180103

Location1740 Nicholasville RoadLexington, KY 40503 · Fayette County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Joseph East

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180143

Location150 North Eagle Creek DriveLexington, KY 40509 · Fayette County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40503 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

$122.77 typical visit price

range $52.76 – $162.27

Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$66.24 typical visit price

range $16.53 – $131.99

Typical copayment $16.56 (range $4.13 – $32.99)

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.

95.5/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

89.59

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening

Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer

48%252 patients3/55-star benchmark: 92%

Cervical Cancer Screening

Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…

96%742 patients

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

57%271 patients3/55-star benchmark: 85%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

TRACEY OWENSBY CARBAJAL M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD, SUITE 701
LEXINGTON, KY 40503

Fayette County (859) 278-0396

KATHLEEN STUMP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD, #100
LEXINGTON, KY 40503

Fayette County (859) 523-5310

DR. JULIE ANN ASHMUN M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD, SUITE 701
LEXINGTON, KY 40503

Fayette County (859) 278-0396

JESSICA RYAN LAW APRN

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD, SUITE 1100
LEXINGTON, KY 40503

Fayette County (859) 276-0414

BETHANEY BLANKENSHIP APRN

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503

Fayette County (859) 260-2100

DR. RANDAL WILSON OWEN M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD, SUITE 701
LEXINGTON, KY 40503

Fayette County (859) 278-0396

MS. CASSILLY BALLARD BESTEN APRN

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503

Fayette County (859) 260-6460

DR. COREY BLAKE FORESTER M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

1700 NICHOLASVILLE RD, STE 701
LEXINGTON, KY 40503

Fayette County (606) 207-2931

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 Kara Wells's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Wells is 1760658355. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 2, 2008.

Where is Kara Wells located?

Kara Wells practices at 1700 Nicholasville Rd Suite 701, Lexington, KY 40503. The listed phone number is (859) 278-0396.

What is Kara Wells's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Kara Wells enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Wells 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 Kara Wells accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Kara Wells 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 Kara Wells affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kara Wells is affiliated with Georgetown Community Hospital, Baptist Health Lexington and Saint Joseph East.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Wells was last updated on December 16, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.