JAMES H WUDEL MD
NPI 1942395215
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Vero Beach, FL

Active since October 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1000 36TH ST, VERO BEACH, FL 32960(772) 567-4311 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 19, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

About James H Wudel Md NPPES

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

JAMES H WUDEL MD (NPI 1942395215) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Vero Beach, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME147149) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942395215
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES H WUDELCredential: MD
Location Address1000 36TH STVero Beach, FL 32960-4862
Mailing Address1000 36th StVero Beach, FL 32960-4862 · (772) 567-4311
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateOctober 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 19, 2023
NPPES CertifiedDecember 19, 2023
✔ NPI 1942395215 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME147149✔ Licensed in NE · 20490✔ Licensed in SD · 12243
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgery · Vascular SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0129X · License 20490 (NE)
1000 36TH ST, Vero Beach, FL 32960

Other Identifiers 11

Medicaid100300950AKS
Medicaid47070592306NE
Medicaid10026072500NE
Medicaid47070592300NE
Medicaid10026072400NE
Medicaid47070592305NE
Medicaid10026072300NE
Medicaid47070592301NE
Medicaid10026072600NE
Medicaid47070592302NE
Medicaid47070592313NE

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

James H Wudel 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 ID6103734819
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230905000049
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 7

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
62 services62 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 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.
27 services22 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
26 services26 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
25 services24 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
21 services21 patients
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.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Stuart, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100044
Location200 SE Hospital AveStuart, FL 34994 · Martin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Vero Beach, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100105
Location1000 36th StVero Beach, FL 32960 · Indian River County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32960 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
$179.05 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $44.76 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$73.00 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $18.25 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
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 20

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

Physician Assistant
1000 36TH ST
VERO BEACH, FL 32960
Psychiatry & Neurology (Vascular Neurology)
1000 36TH ST
VERO BEACH, FL 32960
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1000 36TH ST
VERO BEACH, FL 32960
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
1000 36TH ST
VERO BEACH, FL 32960
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1000 36TH ST
VERO BEACH, FL 32960
Dietitian, Registered
1000 36TH ST
VERO BEACH, FL 32960
Physician Assistant
1000 36TH ST
VERO BEACH, FL 32960
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
1000 36TH ST
VERO BEACH, FL 32960

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 James Wudel's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Wudel is 1942395215. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 4, 2006.

Where is James Wudel located?

James Wudel practices at 1000 36th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960. The listed phone number is (772) 567-4311.

What is James Wudel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is James Wudel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Wudel 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 James Wudel accept?

Health plans from AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Health First Commercial Plans, Inc. and Medica and 1 other insurer list James Wudel 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 James Wudel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Wudel is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Wudel was last updated on December 19, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.