TARA RENEE BROWN
NPI 1659697738
Family Medicine in Saint Joseph, MO


Quality Rating: 86.71 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since April 14, 2010

Contact Information

5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO
ZIP 64506
Phone: (816) 271-1330

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Family Medicine
  • Accepts Insurance
  • PECOS Enrolled

About TARA BROWN

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Tara Brown, a primary care provider established in Saint Joseph, Missouri with a medical specialization in Family Medicine. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1659697738 assigned on April 2010. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207Q00000X with license number 2013021958 (MO). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 8 years ago.

NPI
1659697738
Provider Name
TARA RENEE BROWN
Other Name
TARA RENEE GNUSCHKE
Other Name Type
Former Name (1)
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
5210 N BELT HWY SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
Location Phone
(816) 271-1330
Mailing Address
5210 N BELT HWY SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
Mailing Phone
(816) 271-4996
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
04-14-2010
Last Update Date
11-20-2017
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A primary care provider (PCP) like Tara Brown sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc .

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Family Medicine

Taxonomy Code
207Q00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
2013021958
License State
MO
Taxonomy Description
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Anthem Bronze Pathway 6900 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Bronze Pathway 7500 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Bronze Pathway 9200 (+ Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Catastrophic Pathway 9200 (+ Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Gold Pathway 1500 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Heart Healthy Bronze Pathway 4900 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Heart Healthy Silver Pathway 2900 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Silver Pathway 5000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Silver Pathway 5350 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Anthem Silver Pathway 7250 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) - EPO
  • Blue KC Choice Silver BlueSelect Plus EPO with Spira Care - EPO
  • Blue KC Community Silver Preferred-Care Blue EPO - EPO
  • Blue KC First Bronze Preferred-Care Blue EPO - EPO
  • Blue KC Saver Bronze Preferred-Care Blue EPO - EPO
  • Blue KC Standard Bronze Preferred-Care Blue EPO - EPO
  • Blue KC Standard Gold Preferred-Care Blue EPO - EPO
  • Blue KC Standard Silver Preferred-Care Blue EPO - EPO

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
701000212MEDICARE PIN (08)MO 
201074810AMEDICAID (05)KS 
P01230394OTHER (01)MORR MEDICARE
1659697738MEDICAID (05)MO 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Tara Brown is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: No

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): No

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips (HCPCS:A4253)

    6 DME suppliers used 28 Medicare Claims 60 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6209)

    1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 329 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each (HCPCS:A7030)

    5 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 19 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each (HCPCS:A7031)

    5 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 46 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each (HCPCS:A7032)

    5 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 81 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap (HCPCS:A7034)

    5 DME suppliers used 22 Medicare Claims 22 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Headgear used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7035)

    6 DME suppliers used 28 Medicare Claims 28 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Tubing used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7037)

    5 DME suppliers used 36 Medicare Claims 36 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7038)

    6 DME suppliers used 40 Medicare Claims 220 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7039)

    4 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each (HCPCS:A7046)

    6 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)

    Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)

    3 DME suppliers used 32 Medicare Claims 32 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Nebulizer, with compressor (HCPCS:E0570)

    1 DME suppliers used 35 Medicare Claims 35 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device (HCPCS:E0601)

    5 DME suppliers used 41 Medicare Claims 41 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

    4 DME suppliers used 63 Medicare Claims 63 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Portable oxygen concentrator, rental (HCPCS:E1392)

    2 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 20 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

    Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

    1 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service (HCPCS:K0553)

    3 DME suppliers used 28 Medicare Claims 28 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days (HCPCS:Q0513)

    4 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 20 Services Paid

Unknown

  • Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB006N)

    Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape (HCPCS:B4034)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 360 Services Paid

  • Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB006N)

    Enteral formula, nutritionally complete with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit (HCPCS:B4150)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 5826 Services Paid

Drugs Administered Through DME

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

    Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme (HCPCS:J7620)

    4 DME suppliers used 22 Medicare Claims 2385 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

This service was performed 153 times for 153 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 150 times for 113 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

This service was performed 290 times for 180 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 64506 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $81.64
  • Minimum New Patient Price $52.28
  • Maximum New Patient Price $161.24
  • Average New Patient Copayment $20.41
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.07
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.31

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $93.24
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $16.3
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $131.05
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $23.31
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.07
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $32.76

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Overall MIPS Quality Performance

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 86.71, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.

  • Final Score: 86.71 out of 100

    The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.

  • Quality Score: 89.7

    The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.

    There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.

  • Promoting Interoperability Score: 100

    The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.

    The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data.

  • Improvement Activities Score: 40

    The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.

    The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores.

  • Cost Score: 66

    The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.

    Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

  • Cost Score: 66

    The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.

    Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation


The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.

Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation.
1659697738
Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit.
261091291476
Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24.
2 + 6 + 1 + 0 + 9 + 1 + 2 + 9 + 1 + 4 + 7 + 6 + 24 = 72
Step 3: Subtract the total obtained in step 2 from the next higher number ending in zero, the result is the check digit.
80 - 72 = 88

The NPI number 1659697738 is valid because the calculated check digit 8 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 11 providers are registered at the same or nearby location.

NPI Name / Type Taxonomy Address
1780978676MS. CHRISTEL LANKFORD LCSW
Individual
Social Worker (Clinical)5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-1330
1326063884 DELLA V TAYLOR APRN-BC
Individual
Nurse Practitioner (Family)5210 N BELT HWY ENTRANCE C
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-1000
1205259942 MELISSA MARIE FARRIS APRN
Individual
Nurse Practitioner (Family)5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-4993
1346631520 KYLIE DISHMAN
Individual
Registered Nurse5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-7077
1184255473 AUDREY POSTMA PA-C
Individual
Physician Assistant5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-1330
1841218948 JAMES G. DAY D.O.
Individual
Family Medicine5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-4951
1790108348 WHITNEY B ATHA APRN
Individual
Nurse Practitioner (Family)5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-4993
1467201897 ANDREA HAYDN COY
Individual
Nurse Practitioner (Family)5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-1330
1366107526MRS. KATELYN NICOLE SEIBEL APRN-NP
Individual
Nurse Practitioner (Family)5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-1330
1780236794 RAYYAN BHUIYAN MD
Individual
Family Medicine5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-1330
1386221190DR. JORDAN TERRELL DO
Individual
Family Medicine5210 N BELT HWY
SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64506
(816) 271-1330

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1659697738, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on April 14, 2010

The provider is located at 5210 N Belt Hwy Saint Joseph, Mo 64506 and the phone number is (816) 271-1330

The provider's speciality is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to make sure your health plan is currently accepted.

Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary the provider is eligible to order or refer: Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Power Mobility Devices.

The provider has an overall high rating in the following quality measures: quality clinical practices and patient outcomes and experiences , uses technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information.

Medicare beneficiaries should expect a typical cost of $81.64 with an average copayment of $20.41 for new patient appointments. Established patients should expect a typical charge of $93.24 and an average copayment of 23.31. Please review your insurance plan or contact the provider directly to determine your specific costs.

The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes and Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes.

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