MS. CAROLINE L WENTZ AU.D
NPI 1821616640
Audiologist in Asheville, NC

Q: What is Caroline Wentz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Caroline Wentz is 1821616640. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2020.

Q: What is Caroline Wentz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Audiologist with taxonomy code 231H00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Caroline Wentz was last updated on September 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.

Active since July 08, 2020Accepts Medicare Assignment

87.63/100

CMS Quality Rating

1065 HENDERSONVILLE RD, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803(828) 254-3517 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 3, 2025, Mar 15, 2021, Jan 4, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Ms. Caroline L Wentz Au.d NPPES

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

MS. CAROLINE L WENTZ AU.D (NPI 1821616640) is an individual audiologist in Asheville, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (14297) and active in the NPI registry since July 2020. She is a graduate of Other (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821616640

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy231H00000X

Provider Legal NameMS. CAROLINE L WENTZCredential: AU.D

Location Address1065 HENDERSONVILLE RDAsheville, NC 28803-1801

Mailing Address1065 Hendersonville RdAsheville, NC 28803-1801 · (828) 254-3517

Phone(828) 254-3517

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020

Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2020

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 29, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 29, 2025

✔ NPI 1821616640 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAudiologistSpeech, Language and Hearing Service Providers

Taxonomy Code231H00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 14297

Definition

(1) A specialist in evaluation, habilitation and rehabilitation of those whose communication disorders center in whole or in part in hearing function. Audiologists are autonomous professionals who identify, assess, and manage disorders of the auditory, balance and other neural systems. Audiologists provide audiological (aural) rehabilitation to children and adults across the entire age span. Audiologists select, fit and dispense amplification systems such as hearing aids and related devices. (2) An audiologist is a person qualified by a master's degree in audiology, licensed by the state, where applicable, and practicing within the scope of that license. Audiologists evaluate and treat patients with impaired hearing. They plan, direct and conduct rehabilitative programs with audiotry substitutional devises (hearing aids) and other therapy.

Also ListedAudiologist-Hearing Aid FitterTaxonomy 237600000X

1065 HENDERSONVILLE RD, Asheville, NC 28803

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Other Identifiers 1

Other14297NC · Nc State License

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.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

Ms. Caroline L Wentz Au.d 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 ID8729476585

PECOS Enrollment IDI20211027001599

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test 92557

A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.

191 services189 patients

Test to assess middle ear function 92567

A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.

172 services167 patients

Test for hearing various pitches using earphone 92552

This is a hearing test where earphones are worn to detect different pitch levels. Sounds of various frequencies are played, and you indicate when you hear them. This helps evaluate your hearing ability. It's safe, comfortable, and non-invasive.

71 services70 patients

Test for ability to detect and repeat spoken words with speech recognition 92556

This is a hearing test where you'll listen to spoken words through headphones and repeat them. It helps evaluate your ability to understand speech. It's a simple, non-invasive procedure that provides valuable information about your hearing health.

62 services61 patients

Analysis and reprogramming of inner ear implant (7 years or older) 92604

An analysis and reprogramming of an inner ear implant involves checking the device's performance and adjusting its settings for optimal hearing. This non-invasive procedure helps ensure the implant continues to meet the patient's hearing needs.

43 services27 patients

Evaluation of hearing function related to surgically implanted hearing device, first hour 92626

This procedure assesses how well your surgically implanted hearing device is working. It involves a series of tests conducted over an hour to measure your hearing ability and device performance. It's a crucial step in ensuring your hearing health.

22 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28803 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

$54.12 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $13.53 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99202

Established Patient

$67.72 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

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.

87.63/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

81.33

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

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.

JORDAN CAROLINE SCHLER AUD

Audiologist

1065 HENDERSONVILLE RD
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

Buncombe County (828) 254-3517

MEGAN KELLY LAMPREY AUD

Audiologist

1065 HENDERSONVILLE RD
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

Buncombe County (828) 254-3517

ROBERT B MOORE MD

Otolaryngology

1065 HENDERSONVILLE RD
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

Buncombe County (828) 254-3577

THEODORE BRANEH RHENEY JR. MD

Otolaryngology

1065 HENDERSONVILLE RD
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

Buncombe County (828) 204-3577

CASSIE E COSTILOW AUD

Audiologist

1065 HENDERSONVILLE RD, ASHEVILLE HEAD NECK & EAR SURGEONS PA
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

Buncombe County (828) 204-3517

LAURA L. STEPHENS AUD

Audiologist

1065 HENDERSONVILLE RD
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

Buncombe County (828) 254-3577

TAYLOR LEIGH HINES AUD

Audiologist

1065 HENDERSONVILLE RD
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

Buncombe County (828) 254-3517

STEPHEN R SEAL MD

Otolaryngology (Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery)

1065 HENDERSONVILLE RD
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

Buncombe County (828) 254-3517

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 Caroline Wentz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Caroline Wentz is 1821616640. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2020.

Where is Caroline Wentz located?

Caroline Wentz practices at 1065 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803. The listed phone number is (828) 254-3517.

What is Caroline Wentz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Audiologist with taxonomy code 231H00000X.

Is Caroline Wentz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Caroline Wentz 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 Caroline Wentz accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Caroline Wentz 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 Caroline Wentz was last updated on September 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.