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DR. M WHITNEY PARNELL M.D.
NPI 1962597948
Surgery in Meridian, ID

Active since October 04, 2006PECOS Enrolled
91.45/100
CMS Quality Rating
2960 E ST LUKES RD, SUITE 200, MERIDIAN, ID 83642(986) 224-9576 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 19, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 19, 2026, Aug 13, 2026, Jan 19, 2023 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. M Whitney Parnell M.d. NPPES

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

DR. M WHITNEY PARNELL M.D. (NPI 1962597948) is an individual surgery provider in Meridian, Idaho, licensed in Idaho (5831945) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with West Valley Medical Center, and is a graduate of Creighton University School Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962597948
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. M WHITNEY PARNELLCredential: M.D.
Location Address2960 E ST LUKES RD, SUITE 200Meridian, ID 83642
Mailing AddressPo Box 4083Boise, ID 83711-4083 · (208) 615-3847 · Fax (208) 575-0300
Phone(986) 224-9576
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSCreighton University School Of MedicineGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateOctober 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 19, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 19, 2026
✔ NPI 1962597948 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in ID · 5831945
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
2960 E ST LUKES RD, Meridian, ID 83642
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include First Choice Next, Moda Health Plan, Inc., Providence Health Plan.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

Dr. M Whitney Parnell 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 ID6305941188
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200612001967
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 2

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 moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
14 services14 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

West Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Caldwell, ID
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number130014
Location1717 Arlington StreetCaldwell, ID 83605 · Canyon County
Emergency services

Treasure Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boise, ID
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number130063
Location8800 West Emerald StreetBoise, ID 83704 · Ada County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 83642 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
$81.13 typical visit price
range $52.44 – $160.17
Typical copayment $20.28 (range $13.11 – $40.04)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$65.77 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $130.93
Typical copayment $16.44 (range $4.17 – $32.73)
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.

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.

91.45/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality93.66
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost77.85

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 M Whitney Parnell's NPI number?

The NPI number for M Whitney Parnell is 1962597948. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 4, 2006.

Where is M Whitney Parnell located?

M Whitney Parnell practices at 2960 E St Lukes Rd Suite 200, Meridian, ID 83642. The listed phone number is (986) 224-9576.

What is M Whitney Parnell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is M Whitney Parnell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. M Whitney Parnell 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 M Whitney Parnell accept?

Health plans from First Choice Next, Moda Health Plan, Inc. and Providence Health Plan list M Whitney Parnell 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 M Whitney Parnell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, M Whitney Parnell is affiliated with West Valley Medical Center and Treasure Valley Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for M Whitney Parnell was last updated on August 19, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 days 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.