JOSEPH AUER M.D.
NPI 1841453545
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Lexington, KY

Active since July 03, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
CHANDLER MEDICAL CENTER 800 ROSE ST, LEXINGTON, KY 40536(859) 323-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 15, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Joseph Auer M.d. NPPES

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

JOSEPH AUER M.D. (NPI 1841453545) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (42516) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Kentucky Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841453545
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH AUERCredential: M.D.
Location AddressCHANDLER MEDICAL CENTER 800 ROSE STLexington, KY 40536-0001
Mailing AddressChandler Medical Center 800 Rose StLexington, KY 40536-0001
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJune 15, 2012
NPI 1841453545 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License Licensed in KY · 42516
Definition

An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 42516 (KY)
Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License 42516 (KY)
CHANDLER MEDICAL CENTER 800 ROSE ST, Lexington, KY 40536

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

Joseph Auer M.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 ID8527216621
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120914000366
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 10

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.

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
35 services34 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.
25 services23 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
21 services21 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 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.
17 services16 patients
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43235
This procedure, known as an upper endoscopy, involves inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera down the throat to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper small bowel. It helps diagnose conditions like ulcers or inflammation.
16 services16 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Kentucky Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number180067
Location800 Rose StreetLexington, KY 40536 · Fayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40536 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
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
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.

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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Auer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Auer is 1841453545. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2008.

Where is Joseph Auer located?

Joseph Auer practices at Chandler Medical Center 800 Rose St, Lexington, KY 40536. The listed phone number is (859) 323-5000.

What is Joseph Auer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Joseph Auer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Auer 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 Joseph Auer accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health and Ambetter of Tennessee list Joseph Auer 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 Joseph Auer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Auer is affiliated with University Of Kentucky Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Auer was last updated on June 15, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.