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DR. KAREN ELAINE WELLS M.D.
NPI 1972523553
Plastic Surgery in Tampa, FL

Active since July 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3424 WEST KENNEDY BLVD., TAMPA, FL 33609(813) 353-8809(813) 414-9354 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 19, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Karen Elaine Wells M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KAREN ELAINE WELLS M.D. (NPI 1972523553) is an individual plastic surgery provider in Tampa, Florida, licensed in Florida (56530) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Josephs Hospital, and is a graduate of Ohio State University College Of Medicine (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972523553
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208200000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KAREN ELAINE WELLSCredential: M.D.
Location Address3424 WEST KENNEDY BLVD.Tampa, FL 33609
Mailing Address3424 West Kennedy Blvd.Tampa, FL 33609 · (813) 353-8809 · Fax (813) 414-9354
Phone(813) 353-8809
Fax(813) 414-9354
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateJuly 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 19, 2022
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 19, 2022
✔ NPI 1972523553 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208200000X
License✔ Licensed in FL · 56530
Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
3424 WEST KENNEDY BLVD., Tampa, FL 33609
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company).Insurance ›

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

Dr. Karen Elaine Wells 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 ID2961598040
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071020000182
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 Karen Wells reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Karen E Wells MD PA
0.7 mi
Plastic Surgery
508 S HABANA AVE, SUITE 180
Tampa, FL 33609
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
NPI 1790868669 (813) 353-8809

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 5

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.

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.
66 services48 patients
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.
18 services18 patients
Removal of intact breast implant 19328
Removal of an intact breast implant is a surgical procedure where a previously inserted implant is carefully taken out. It's typically performed when the implant is no longer needed or desired, or if complications have arisen. The procedure is done under anesthesia, and recovery time varies.
15 services14 patients
Placement of implant on separate day of breast reconstruction 19342
This procedure involves placing an implant to recreate the natural shape of the chest, but not on the same day as the initial reconstruction surgery. It's a separate procedure performed once healing from the first surgery is complete.
15 services14 patients
Implantation of biologic implant to soft tissue 15777
The procedure involves placing a biological implant into soft tissue to support healing or replace damaged tissue. These implants are made from natural materials and are designed to work with your body's own healing processes. This can aid recovery and improve function.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Josephs Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tampa, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number100075
Location3001 W Martin Luther King Jr BlvdTampa, FL 33677 · Hillsborough County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33609 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
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

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 Karen Wells's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Wells is 1972523553. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 19, 2006.

Where is Karen Wells located?

Karen Wells practices at 3424 West Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33609. The listed phone number is (813) 353-8809.

What is Karen Wells's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is Karen Wells enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Wells 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 Karen Wells's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Karen Wells reassigns Medicare benefits to Karen E Wells MD PA (Tampa, FL). 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 Karen Wells's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Karen Wells accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Karen Wells 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 Karen Wells affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Wells is affiliated with St Josephs Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Wells was last updated on September 19, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.