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KENNETH CHALLENER M.D.
NPI 1881626471
Internal Medicine in Meadville, PA

Active since July 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
765 LIBERTY ST, SUITE # 301, MEADVILLE, PA 16335(814) 336-1140(814) 724-2196 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Kenneth Challener M.d. NPPES

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

KENNETH CHALLENER M.D. (NPI 1881626471) is an individual internal medicine provider in Meadville, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD043233L) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Hamot, and is a graduate of Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881626471
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameKENNETH CHALLENERCredential: M.D.
Location Address765 LIBERTY ST, SUITE # 301Meadville, PA 16335-2566
Mailing Address765 Liberty St, Suite 301Meadville, PA 16335-2566
Phone(814) 336-1140
Fax(814) 724-2196
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSClvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv UniversityGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 2007
✔ NPI 1881626471 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD043233L
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
765 LIBERTY ST, Meadville, PA 16335
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid0012520760003PA
Medicare PIN667305ECCPA
Other667305PA · Blue Cross / Shield
Medicare UPINF01905PA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kenneth Challener 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 ID1850399882
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061129000236
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Kenneth Challener reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Meadville Medical Center
Same address
Cardiovascular Disease
751 LIBERTY ST
Meadville, PA 16335
NPI 1356495477 (814) 333-5155

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
647 services507 patients
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016
An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.
137 services135 patients
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018
An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.
137 services135 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
116 services46 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.
93 services60 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 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.
65 services64 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Upmc Hamot

Acute Care Hospitals · Erie, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390063
Location201 State StreetErie, PA 16550 · Erie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Meadville Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Meadville, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390113
Location751 Liberty StreetMeadville, PA 16335 · Crawford County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Titusville Area Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Titusville, PA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number391314
Location406 West Oak StreetTitusville, PA 16354 · Crawford County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 16335 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers20 claims20 services$68.43 avg. paid by Medicare
Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms E0163
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers11 claims11 services$75.85 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
3 suppliers24 claims24 services$56.53 avg. paid by Medicare
Transport chair, adult size, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds E1038
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers34 claims34 services$10.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
2 suppliers28 claims28 services$29.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
2 suppliers22 claims22 services$11.16 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

MARJORIE SEVERO-STEWART CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
765 LIBERTY ST, SUITE 111
MEADVILLE, PA 16335
Crawford County (814) 336-6384
CHRISTOPHER THOMAS M.D.
Internal Medicine
765 LIBERTY ST, SUITE # 307
MEADVILLE, PA 16335
Crawford County (814) 336-1140
DR. RONALD M UNICE D.O.
Family Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
765 LIBERTY ST, SUITE 109
MEADVILLE, PA 16335
Crawford County (814) 337-5373
DR. JOHN C HEFLIN M.D.
Family Medicine
765 LIBERTY ST, SUITE 209
MEADVILLE, PA 16335
Crawford County (814) 333-5009
ELLEN MARY CABE MD
Pediatrics
765 LIBERTY ST, SUITE 111
MEADVILLE, PA 16335
Crawford County (814) 336-6384
J. THOMAS ARNO M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
765 LIBERTY ST, SUITE 105
MEADVILLE, PA 16335
Crawford County (814) 373-2310
PIONEER MEDICAL ASSOCIATES
Family Medicine
765 LIBERTY ST, SUITE # 307
MEADVILLE, PA 16335
Crawford County (814) 336-1140
MEADVILLE PEDIATRICS, PC
Pediatrics
765 LIBERTY ST, SUITE 111
MEADVILLE, PA 16335
Crawford County (814) 336-6384

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 Kenneth Challener's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Challener is 1881626471. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2006.

Where is Kenneth Challener located?

Kenneth Challener practices at 765 Liberty St Suite # 301, Meadville, PA 16335. The listed phone number is (814) 336-1140.

What is Kenneth Challener's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Kenneth Challener enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenneth Challener 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Kenneth Challener's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kenneth Challener reassigns Medicare benefits to Meadville Medical Center (Meadville, PA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Kenneth Challener's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Kenneth Challener affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kenneth Challener is affiliated with Upmc Hamot, Meadville Medical Center and Titusville Area Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kenneth Challener was last updated on September 11, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.