Gerame Wells, M.D.
NPI 1851436646 · Surgery Physician · Hopkinsville, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerame Wells, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Hopkinsville, KY (NPI 1851436646).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851436646
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 40461 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
682 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 125 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 118 | $61 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 87 | $47 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 68 | $240 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 55 | $159 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 325 | 95 |
| Famotidine | 129 | 31 |
| Omeprazole | 75 | 21 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 67 | 60 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 65 | 61 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 29 | 28 |
| Metronidazole | 19 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$40 across 2 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-20
- Last updated
- 2015-10-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerame Wells's NPI number?
- Gerame Wells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851436646, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerame Wells's specialty?
- Gerame Wells is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerame Wells located?
- Gerame Wells's practice location on file with NPPES is 1724 Kenton St, Hopkinsville, KY 42240-1981.
- What is Gerame Wells's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerame Wells is (270) 632-4555.
- Does Gerame Wells accept Medicare?
- Gerame Wells is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerame Wells's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerame Wells's NPI (1851436646) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-10-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.