FRANK R. WERMELING MD – NPI #1861752909
Plastic Surgery
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
FRANK WERMELING is a plastic surgeon located in LOUISVILLE, KY. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1861752909 to FRANK WERMELING on May 23, 2012. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. According to the NPI data, there are 2 additional location(s) assigned to this provider which are listed below. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 208200000X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Plastic Surgery.
The NPI profile was last updated on May 15, 2025. 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 FRANK WERMELING below.
NPI Profile for
FRANK R. WERMELING
(more than 14 years ago)
LOUISVILLE, KY 40205-3343 Phone: (502) 895-5466 Fax: (502) 896-2137
2 Other location(s):
Lexington, KY 40536-0001
Phone: (859) 257-5270
Fax: (859) 257-5901
Louisville, KY 40207-4640
Phone: (502) 895-5466
Fax: (502) 896-2137
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 208200000X - Plastic Surgery (Primary) |
KY | 51269 |
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
FRANK WERMELING is affiliated with the following medical group(s):
- HOSPITAL
- BAPTIST HEALTH LOUISVILLE4000 KRESGE WAY
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207
- BAPTIST HEALTH LOUISVILLE4000 KRESGE WAY
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