JOHN JENNINGS WHEARY PA-C
NPI 1831715663
Physician Assistant in Morehead City, NC

Active since June 17, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE E, MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557(252) 773-0614(252) 773-0617 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 25, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 24, 2023, Sep 8, 2023, Jun 17, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About John Jennings Wheary Pa-c NPPES

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

JOHN JENNINGS WHEARY PA-C (NPI 1831715663) is an individual physician assistant in Morehead City, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-10985) and active in the NPI registry since June 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Onslow Memorial Hospital, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831715663
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN JENNINGS WHEARYCredential: PA-C
Location Address3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE EMorehead City, NC 28557-2975
Mailing AddressPo Box 5105Belfast, ME 04915-5100 · (919) 220-5255
Fax(252) 773-0617
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateJune 17, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateApril 25, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 25, 2025
NPI 1831715663 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in NC · 0010-10985
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X
3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE E, Morehead City, NC 28557

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 13004 Bridges StMorehead City, NC 28557-3330 · Phone (252) 727-4933 · Fax (252) 727-4936
Location 21106 Main Street ExtSwansboro, NC 28584-9114 · Phone (910) 325-0581 · Fax (910) 325-0582
Location 33233 Austin AveNew Bern, NC 28562-7084 · Phone (910) 389-8975

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

John Jennings Wheary Pa-c 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 ID3375951262
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210413002730
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 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.
248 services157 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 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.
198 services121 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
36 services36 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
22 services21 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
22 services22 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
21 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Onslow Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jacksonville, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340042
Location317 Western BoulevardJacksonville, NC 28540 · Onslow County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carteret General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Morehead City, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340142
Location3500 Arendell StMorehead City, NC 28557 · Carteret County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28557 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

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

Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE E
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Physician Assistant
3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE E
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE E
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Surgery
3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE E
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Physician Assistant
3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE E
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE E
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Surgery
3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE E
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
3714 GUARDIAN AVE STE E
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557

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 John Wheary's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Wheary is 1831715663. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2020.

Where is John Wheary located?

John Wheary practices at 3714 Guardian Ave Ste E, Morehead City, NC 28557. The listed phone number is (252) 773-0614.

What is John Wheary's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is John Wheary enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Wheary 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 John Wheary accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list John Wheary 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 John Wheary affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Wheary is affiliated with Onslow Memorial Hospital and Carteret General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Wheary was last updated on April 25, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.