RAY M. VAN METRE MD – NPI #1881798148
Otolaryngology
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
RAY VAN METRE is an otolaryngologist located in LEXINGTON, KY. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1881798148 to RAY VAN METRE on September 08, 2006. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207Y00000X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Otolaryngology.
The NPI profile was previously updated about 13 years ago on Jan 17, 2013. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for RAY VAN METRE below.
NPI Profile for
RAY M. VAN METRE
(about 20 years ago)
SUITE 500
LEXINGTON, KY 40503 Phone: (859) 278-1114 Fax: (859) 277-0541
Identifiers for RAY VAN METRE
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| Description | Issuer | State | Identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEDICAID | KY | 64103344 |
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207Y00000X - Otolaryngology (Primary) |
KY | 39681 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
RAY VAN METRE is affiliated with the following medical group(s):
- HOSPITAL
- BAPTIST HEALTH LEXINGTON1740 NICHOLASVILLE ROAD
LEXINGTON, KY 40503
- BAPTIST HEALTH LEXINGTON1740 NICHOLASVILLE ROAD
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