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JOHN WEATHERWAX MD
NPI 1902943038
Anesthesiology in Portsmouth, VA

Active since January 30, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.25/100
CMS Quality Rating
620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR, PORTSMOUTH NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER MEDICAL STAFF SERVICES, PORTSMOUTH, VA 23708(757) 953-7550 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 10, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About John Weatherwax Md NPPES

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

JOHN WEATHERWAX MD (NPI 1902943038) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Portsmouth, Virginia, licensed in Florida (ME108522) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Health Medical Center - Jacksonville, and is a graduate of Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902943038
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN WEATHERWAXCredential: MD
Location Address620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR, PORTSMOUTH NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER MEDICAL STAFF SERVICESPortsmouth, VA 23708-2111
Mailing Address3809 Lamplighter CtPortsmouth, VA 23703-2271
Phone(757) 953-7550
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of MedGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJanuary 30, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 10, 2020
✔ NPI 1902943038 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME108522
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR, Portsmouth, VA 23708
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

John Weatherwax 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 ID4183801749
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110607000758
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 Reassignments

6

Medicare enrollment records show John Weatherwax reassigns Medicare billing to 6 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

North Florida Anesthesia Consultants, Inc.
546 mi
Anesthesiology
7021 A C SKINNER PKWY
Jacksonville, FL 32256
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 177 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1972175263 (954) 939-5000
Sunbelt Anesthesia Services, LLC
551 mi
Anesthesiology
690 MAJESTIC EAGLE DR
Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 115 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1205172079 (904) 412-2593
Baker County Medical Services Inc
563 mi
Rural
159 N 3RD ST
Macclenny, FL 32063
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 36 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1104926401 (904) 259-3151
Rizwana Thanawala MD PA
589 mi
Gastroenterology
4367 NW AMERICAN LN
Lake City, FL 32055
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 29 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1194945097 (386) 758-6094
Us Anesthesia Partners Of Florida Inc.
639 mi
Anesthesiology
851 TRAFALGAR CT, SUITE 200E
Maitland, FL 32751
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 2,356 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1518910520 (321) 422-7155
Anesthesia Medicine Services Of Fl, LLC
803 mi
Anesthesiology
11750 SW 40TH ST
Miami, FL 33175
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 222 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1346947496 (305) 223-3000

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 8

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.

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
111 services108 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
24 services24 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480
Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.
16 services15 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410
Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.
15 services14 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on top of arm bone and shoulder joint 01630
Anesthesia for a procedure on the arm bone or shoulder joint involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during surgery. This ensures you feel no pain during the procedure. It's a common and safe practice in medical surgeries.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Baptist Health Medical Center - Jacksonville

Acute Care Hospitals · Jacksonville, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100088
Location800 Prudential DrJacksonville, FL 32207 · Duval County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Florida Lake City Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake City, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100156
Location340 NW Commerce DrLake City, FL 32055 · Columbia County
Emergency services

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.

80.25/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality83.44
Improvement Activities40
Cost64.53

Reported Quality Measures

Post-Anesthetic Transfer of Care Measure: Procedure Room to a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who are under the care of an anesthesia practitioner and are admitted to a PACU or other non-ICU location in which a post-anesthetic formal transfer of care protocol or checklist which includes the key transfer of…
99%70 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pre-operative OSA assessment
Percentage of patients who undergo a surgical procedure in the operating room/procedure room that have a pre-operative assessment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
96%71 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Prevention of Post-Operative Nausea and Vomiting (PONV) - Combination Therapy
Percentage of patients, aged 18 years and older, who undergo a procedure under an inhalational general anesthetic, AND who have three or more risk factors for post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV), who receive combination therapy consisting of at least…
100%49 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

MEREDITH TVERDOSI CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR
PORTSMOUTH, VA 23708
Portsmouth City (757) 953-3238
ERIC FRANCIS SULAVA
Emergency Medicine
620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR, NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER PORTSMOUTH
PORTSMOUTH, VA 23708
Portsmouth City (757) 953-0669
MRS. TIFFNY KUPER RHH
Dental Hygienist
620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR
PORTSMOUTH, VA 23708
Portsmouth City (757) 953-2711
DR. LAKEISHA GOODE PHARMD
Pharmacist
620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR
PORTSMOUTH, VA 23708
Portsmouth City (757) 953-7462
JASMINE WOOD MD
Surgery
620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR
PORTSMOUTH, VA 23708
Portsmouth City (757) 953-1895
NICHOLAS FANSELOW
General Practice
620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR
PORTSMOUTH, VA 23708
Portsmouth City (757) 953-0669
DR. DAVID JESSEN MD
Military Health Care Provider
620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR
PORTSMOUTH, VA 23708
Portsmouth City (757) 953-2518
DR. DANIEL VERNON UNGER M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
620 JOHN PAUL JONES CIR, NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER
PORTSMOUTH, VA 23708
Portsmouth City (757) 953-1888

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 Weatherwax's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Weatherwax is 1902943038. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 30, 2007.

Where is John Weatherwax located?

John Weatherwax practices at 620 John Paul Jones Cir Portsmouth Naval Medical Center Medical Staff Services, Portsmouth, VA 23708. The listed phone number is (757) 953-7550.

What is John Weatherwax's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is John Weatherwax enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Weatherwax 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 organizations bill Medicare for John Weatherwax's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), John Weatherwax reassigns Medicare benefits to 6 organizations: North Florida Anesthesia Consultants, Inc. (Jacksonville, FL), Sunbelt Anesthesia Services, LLC (Ponte Vedra, FL), Baker County Medical Services Inc (Macclenny, FL), Rizwana Thanawala MD PA (Lake City, FL), Us Anesthesia Partners Of Florida Inc. (Maitland, FL) and 1 more organization, listed in the Medicare section above. Each 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 John Weatherwax's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is John Weatherwax affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Weatherwax is affiliated with Baptist Health Medical Center - Jacksonville and Hca Florida Lake City Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Weatherwax was last updated on January 10, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.