Albert Knouse, MD
NPI 1871553842 · Family Medicine Physician · Newport, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Albert Knouse, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Newport, PA (NPI 1871553842).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871553842
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD043663L (PA)
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
20 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
988 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 330 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 229 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 113 | $86 |
| Blood Test, Clotting Time85610 | 89 | $4 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 84 | $22 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 46 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 145 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 659 | 175 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 395 | 90 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 370 | 95 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 361 | 88 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 327 | 92 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 278 | 58 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$605 across 31 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
- 2006-03-24
- Last updated
- 2024-08-01
- Certified
- 2024-08-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Albert Knouse's NPI number?
- Albert Knouse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871553842, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Albert Knouse's specialty?
- Albert Knouse is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Albert Knouse located?
- Albert Knouse's practice location on file with NPPES is 46 Red Hill Ct, Newport, PA 17074-8706.
- What is Albert Knouse's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Albert Knouse is (717) 567-3151.
- Does Albert Knouse accept Medicare?
- Albert Knouse is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Albert Knouse's NPI active?
- Yes — Albert Knouse's NPI (1871553842) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.