Steven Wess, PA-C
Physician Assistant
13+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Steven Wess
Steven Wess, PA-C is a healthcare provider practicing in Altoona, PA.
Specialty Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
13
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Physician AssistantCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2013
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | MA056831 | Physician Assistant |
Public Data Summary for Steven Wess
With 13 years of practice, Steven Wess is an established physician assistant provider, PA-C, after earning their medical degree at Other in 2013. Steven currently practices at Upmc Altoona Regional Health Services, Inc. in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962840348, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Steven Wess as a lower-volume physician assistant provider, treating approximately 75 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 668 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Steven Wess received $19 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$19
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Physician Assistant Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 16601
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Steven Wess
What does Steven Wess specialize in?
Steven Wess specializes in Physician Assistant.
Where does Steven Wess practice?
Steven Wess practices at Upmc Altoona Regional Health Services, Inc. in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Does Steven Wess accept Medicare?
CartoChrome does not have a verified Medicare assignment record for Steven Wess. CMS opt-out records should be checked directly, and patients should call the practice to confirm Medicare acceptance for their specific plan.
What is Steven Wess's NPI number?
Steven Wess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962840348. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Steven Wess been practicing?
Steven Wess has approximately 13 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2013.