Quick answers
- Does Paul M. Knechtges accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says Paul M. Knechtges may accept Medicare assignment (as of October 2, 2026). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Paul M. Knechtges see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 1,062 Original Medicare patients and 24,066 services for Paul M. Knechtges. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Paul M. Knechtges's NPI number?
- 1518048636. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Paul M. Knechtges, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 1,062 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 24,066 |
| Different services or procedures | 35 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 73 |
Most frequent services
- Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (Q9967)22,560 services
- Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast (74177)315 services
- Ct scan of chest without contrast (71250)297 services
- Ct scan of chest with contrast (71260)268 services
- Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue (76536)108 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High cholesterol75%
- High blood pressure74%
- Arthritis49%
- Diabetes31%
- Ischemic heart disease31%
- Cancer (breast, colorectal, lung, prostate, endometrial or leukemia/lymphoma)31%
Practice locations
Addresses where Paul M. Knechtges is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 1042 Pilgrim PkwyElm Grove, WI 53122 (512) 954‑9680
- 2816 Marketplace Dr, Suite 120Waco, TX 76711
- 4827 N Newhall StWhitefish Bay, WI 53217 (903) 663‑4800
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Paul M. Knechtges as a member of these groups (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Johns Hopkins University197 clinicians in the group
- Ideal Mri LLC13 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Diagnostic Radiologyprimary
Other radiologists in Wisconsin
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Wisconsin — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Johns Hopkins University
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Graduation year | 2000 (26 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1518048636 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians