Quick answers
- Does Neil M. Ponder accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says Neil M. Ponder may accept Medicare assignment (as of October 2, 2026). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Neil M. Ponder see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 17 Original Medicare patients and 38 services for Neil M. Ponder. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Neil M. Ponder's NPI number?
- 1629239603. 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 Neil M. Ponder, 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 | 17 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 38 |
| Different services or procedures | 18 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 62 |
Practice locations
Addresses where Neil M. Ponder is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 4309 W 27th Pl, Suite 300Kennewick, WA 99338 (509) 491‑3889
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Neil M. Ponder as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Desert Sky Womens Healthcare Inc2 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Obstetrics/Gynecologyprimary
Other OB-GYNs in Kennewick
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Kennewick, WA — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Desert Sky Womens Healthcare Inc
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | DO |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Ohio University, College Of Osteopathic Medicine |
| Graduation year | 2005 (21 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1629239603 |
| 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