DR. KRISTEN LEA WHITLOCK MD
NPI 1821594789
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Cary, NC

Active since March 31, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100 DUKE HEALTH CARY PL STE 420, CARY, NC 27519(919) 385-8321(919) 385-9786 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 14, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 14, 2026, Sep 27, 2024, Aug 22, 2024 and 6 more (9 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Kristen Lea Whitlock Md NPPES

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

DR. KRISTEN LEA WHITLOCK MD (NPI 1821594789) is an individual neurology provider in Cary, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2021-03394) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821594789
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameDR. KRISTEN LEA WHITLOCKCredential: MD
Location Address100 DUKE HEALTH CARY PL STE 420Cary, NC 27519-6760
Mailing Address100 Duke Health Cary Pl Ste 420Cary, NC 27519-6760 · (919) 385-8321 · Fax (919) 385-9786
Fax(919) 385-9786
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 14, 20269 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 14, 2026
NPI 1821594789 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License Licensed in NC · 2021-03394
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
100 DUKE HEALTH CARY PL STE 420, Cary, NC 27519

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Kristen Lea Veal Md

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. Kristen Lea Whitlock 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 ID5698141604
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241003001601
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 7

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.

Follow-up inpatient consultation, complex, physicians typically spend 35 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth G0408
A follow-up inpatient consultation is a service where your doctor checks on your health progress after initial treatment. It's complex and typically takes about 35 minutes via telehealth, which means you'll talk to your doctor remotely, using technology.
131 services83 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
29 services21 patients
Telehealth consultation, emergency department or initial inpatient, typically 30 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth G0425
A telehealth consultation is a remote medical service where a doctor assesses your health condition through a video call. In an emergency or initial inpatient scenario, this typically lasts for about 30 minutes. This method allows for prompt, efficient care without needing to be physically present in a healthcare facility.
20 services20 patients
Telehealth consultation, emergency department or initial inpatient, typically 30 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth G0425
A telehealth consultation is a remote medical service where a doctor assesses your health condition through a video call. In an emergency or initial inpatient scenario, this typically lasts for about 30 minutes. This method allows for prompt, efficient care without needing to be physically present in a healthcare facility.
15 services15 patients
Telehealth consultation, critical care, initial , physicians typically spend 60 minutes communicating with the patient and providers via telehealth G0508
A telehealth consultation for critical care is a virtual meeting with a physician, typically lasting 60 minutes. Here, the doctor assesses your health condition, provides guidance, and communicates with other care providers, all through digital platforms. It's a safe, convenient way to receive critical care.
14 services14 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Duke Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340155
Location3643 N Roxboro StreetDurham, NC 27704 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27519 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)
100 DUKE HEALTH CARY PL STE 420
CARY, NC 27519
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
100 DUKE HEALTH CARY PL STE 420
CARY, NC 27519

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 Kristen Whitlock's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kristen Whitlock is 1821594789. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2018. The provider is also known as Dr. Kristen Lea Veal MD.

Where is Kristen Whitlock located?

Kristen Whitlock practices at 100 Duke Health Cary Pl Ste 420, Cary, NC 27519. The listed phone number is (919) 385-8321.

What is Kristen Whitlock's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Kristen Whitlock enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kristen Whitlock 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 Kristen Whitlock accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City and 8 other insurers list Kristen Whitlock 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 Kristen Whitlock affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kristen Whitlock is affiliated with Duke University Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kristen Whitlock was last updated on January 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.