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DR. THOMAS M KERKERING MD
NPI 1992797401
Internal Medicine in Roanoke, VA

Active since August 19, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW, SUITE 301, ROANOKE, VA 24014(540) 981-7715(540) 981-7965 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Thomas M Kerkering Md NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS M KERKERING MD (NPI 1992797401) is an individual internal medicine provider in Roanoke, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101026440) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carilion Medical Center, and is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, School Of Medicine (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992797401
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS M KERKERINGCredential: MD
Location Address2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW, SUITE 301Roanoke, VA 24014-2462
Mailing Address213 S Jefferson St Ste 1006Roanoke, VA 24011-1713 · (540) 224-5705 · Fax (540) 981-7965
Phone(540) 981-7715
Fax(540) 981-7965
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVirginia Commonwealth University, School Of MedicineGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateAugust 19, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJune 24, 2024
NPPES CertifiedJune 24, 2024
✔ NPI 1992797401 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in VA · 0101026440
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.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseTaxonomy 207RI0200X · License 0101-026440 (VA), 200201348 (NC)
2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW, Roanoke, VA 24014
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Other Identifiers 3

Other13231NC · Bcbs Nc
Other440003962NC · Railroad Medicare
Medicaid8913231NC

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

Dr. Thomas M Kerkering 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 ID4789755745
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080618000517
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

5

Medicare enrollment records show Thomas Kerkering reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Carilion Medical Center
0.1 mi
Dental
2017 JEFFERSON ST SW
Roanoke, VA 24014
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 1,207 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1114399276 (540) 981-7128
Carilion Giles Community Hospital
11 mi
Rural Health
22890 VIRGIL GOODE HWY.
Boones Mill, VA 24065
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 608 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1154948271 (540) 334-5511
Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital
18 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
180 FLOYD AVE
Rocky Mount, VA 24151
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 127 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1710970918 (540) 483-5277
Carilion Rockbridge Community Hospital
23 mi
Rural Health
18080 MAIN ST
Buchanan, VA 24066
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 507 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1144848003 (540) 254-1239
Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital
86 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
388 BEN BOLT AVE
Tazewell, VA 24651
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 118 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1427040328 (276) 988-8700

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 3

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.

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.
49 services18 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.
30 services23 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
28 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Carilion Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Roanoke, VA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490024
Location1906 Belleview Avenue, SERoanoke, VA 24014 · Roanoke City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 24014 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
$129.04 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.26 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.13 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $24.78 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
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.

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.

JESSICA HALLAM RN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Roanoke City (540) 982-8201
JULIE ANNE SNYDER AMOROSO
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Roanoke City (540) 985-8505
JOSEPH W BAKER MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Roanoke City (540) 344-5781
JEAN A SMITH M.D.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW, SUITE 301
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Roanoke City (540) 981-7715
MRS. CARMEN HELENE SALMON PA-C
Physician Assistant
2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW, SUITE 201
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Roanoke City (540) 853-0100
MRS. LILIANE LILY BALBACH MS, RDN
Dietitian, Registered
2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Roanoke City (540) 981-7715
ROANOKE VALLEY CARDIOLOGY ASSOCIATES
Specialist
2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Roanoke City (540) 342-7941
KEVIN GLEIM
Physician Assistant (Medical)
2001 CRYSTAL SPRING AVE SW
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Roanoke City (540) 981-7000

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 Thomas Kerkering's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Kerkering is 1992797401. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 19, 2005.

Where is Thomas Kerkering located?

Thomas Kerkering practices at 2001 Crystal Spring Ave SW Suite 301, Roanoke, VA 24014. The listed phone number is (540) 981-7715.

What is Thomas Kerkering's specialty?

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

Is Thomas Kerkering enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Kerkering 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 Thomas Kerkering's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Kerkering reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Carilion Medical Center (Roanoke, VA), Carilion Giles Community Hospital (Boones Mill, VA), Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital (Rocky Mount, VA), Carilion Rockbridge Community Hospital (Buchanan, VA) and Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital (Tazewell, VA). 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 Thomas Kerkering's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Thomas Kerkering affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Kerkering is affiliated with Carilion Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Kerkering was last updated on June 24, 2024. 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.