Physician Profile
James R. Werkmeister, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Werkmeister
James R. Werkmeister, M.D. practices internal medicine in Lancaster, KY. James is a 1992 graduate of University of Kentucky College of Medicine. James is also listed as specializing in family medicine. Medicare claims data shows James provided 916 services to 528 patients. The services billed most often include insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample, established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more, and visit complexity inherent to evaluation and management associated with medical care services that serve as the continuing focal point for all needed health care services and/or with medical care services that are part of ongoing care related to a patient'. The provider's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295708857.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (859) 792-1766
- Email not available
Practice Locations
187 FARRA DR
Lancaster, KY 40444
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Internal Medicine generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Allergies
- Diabetes
- Flu
- Hypothyroidism
- Strep throat
- UTI
Cardiometabolic
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
Digestive and liver
- Acid reflux
- Fatty liver disease
- IBS
Endocrine, blood, and bone
- Gout
Infectious disease
- Shingles
Kidney and urinary
- Chronic kidney disease
- Enlarged prostate
Respiratory
- Acute bronchitis
- Asthma
- COPD
Blood & Circulation
- Blood clots
Blood disorders
- Anemia
Brain & Nerves
- Alzheimer's disease
Brain and nerves
- Vertigo
Cardiac and vascular
- AFib
Digestive
- Diverticulitis
Heart & Circulation
- Heart disease
Infections
- Impetigo
Kidney & Bladder
- Overactive Bladder and Leakage
Lungs & Breathing
- Sleep apnea
Mental Health
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Insomnia and Sleep Problems
Neurologic and behavioral
Pain
- Back pain
Rheumatologic and pain
- Osteoarthritis
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Annual physical
- Blood test
- Flu shot
- Medicare wellness visit
- Sick visit
- TB test
- Well-woman exam
Preventive and evaluation
- Medication management
- Post-hospital transitional care
Screening and diagnostic testing
- EKG
- Spirometry
Bones & Joints
- Trigger Point Injections
Brain and nerves
- Epley Maneuver
Cancer screening
- Colon Cancer Screening Referral
- Mammogram Referral
Digestive
- Endoscopy
Exams & Consultations
- Pre-Op Clearance Exam
Heart & Circulation
- Blood Pressure Check
- Heart monitor
Heart health
- Cardiac Stress Test Referral
Imaging referral
- Abdominal Ultrasound Referral
Immunizations
- Tetanus shot
Lab tests
- Urinalysis
Lungs & Breathing
- At-Home Sleep Study Order
Metabolic & Weight
- Weight Loss Injections and Medication
Minor procedures
- Ingrown toenail removal
- Suture removal
Office procedures
- Cryotherapy for skin lesions
- Earwax removal
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
- Skin biopsy
Office Procedures
- Skin Tag and Mole Removal
- Vitamin B12 Injections
- Wart Removal
Pain management
- Knee Joint Injection
Preventive & Routine Care
- Smoking cessation counseling
Screenings & Diagnostics
- Bone Density Scan Referral
- Diabetes Screening and A1C Test
Sexual health
- STI Testing
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
916 services · 528 patients · 7 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | Procedure | 36415 |
461 | More often than most peers in Internal Medicine |
| X-ray of chest, 2 views | Imaging | 71046 |
25 | As often as other peers in Internal Medicine |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | Office visit | 99214 |
198 | As often as other peers in Internal Medicine |
| Visit complexity inherent to evaluation and management associated with medical care services that serve as the continuing focal point for all needed health care services and/or with medical care services that are part of ongoing care related to a patient' | Billing code | G2211 |
83 | As often as other peers in Internal Medicine |
| Hemoglobin a1c level | Lab test | 83036 |
74 | More often than most peers in Internal Medicine |
| Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | Billing code | G0439 |
55 | As often as other peers in Internal Medicine |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99213 |
20 | Less often than most peers in Internal Medicine |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other internists at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 1
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 2
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 25 related providers in 4 groups
Trained at University of Kentucky College of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1992 at University of Kentucky College of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 8
Providers in KY who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does James R. Werkmeister specialize in?
James R. Werkmeister is an internist in Lancaster, KY. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Internal Medicine”.
NPI registry
Where is James R. Werkmeister located?
James R. Werkmeister is listed at 187 Farra Dr, Lancaster, KY 40444. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is James R. Werkmeister's phone number?
The number on file is (859) 792-1766. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for James R. Werkmeister?
James R. Werkmeister's National Provider Identifier is 1295708857. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did James R. Werkmeister train?
James R. Werkmeister attended University of Kentucky College of Medicine, graduating in 1992. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does James R. Werkmeister have?
James R. Werkmeister has 34 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1992, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does James R. Werkmeister do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, James R. Werkmeister performs procedures including insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample; reads or performs imaging such as x-ray of chest, 2 views, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is James R. Werkmeister's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by James R. Werkmeister. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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