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KAREN MICHELLE BRANCH NP
NPI 1013241876
Nurse Practitioner in Russellville, AR

Active since September 28, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.25/100
CMS Quality Rating
2210 W MAIN ST, RUSSELLVILLE, AR 72801(479) 968-8940(479) 968-8901 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 25, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 25, 2020, Mar 3, 2020, Feb 27, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Karen Michelle Branch Np NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

KAREN MICHELLE BRANCH NP (NPI 1013241876) is an individual nurse practitioner in Russellville, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (A003317) and active in the NPI registry since September 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013241876
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameKAREN MICHELLE BRANCHCredential: NP
Location Address2210 W MAIN STRussellville, AR 72801-2760
Mailing AddressP O Box 1848Mena, AR 71953-1841 · (479) 437-3449 · Fax (479) 437-3708
Phone(479) 968-8940
Fax(479) 968-8901
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateSeptember 28, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 25, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 25, 2020
✔ NPI 1013241876 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in AR · A003317
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
2210 W MAIN ST, Russellville, AR 72801
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid187259758AR
Other710808809AR · Tax Id

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Karen Michelle Branch Np is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2769516087
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160413000330
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
597 services138 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
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.
490 services327 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
282 services206 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
120 services108 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
108 services96 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
49 services49 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72801 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$79.72 typical visit price
range $51.36 – $157.74
Typical copayment $19.93 (range $12.84 – $39.43)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$91.63 typical visit price
range $16.16 – $128.77
Typical copayment $22.90 (range $4.04 – $32.19)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

99.25/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality98.51
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

WILLIAM J. HELMS, MD PA
Specialist
2210 W MAIN ST
RUSSELLVILLE, AR 72801
Pope County (479) 968-8940
JONNA GAIL WEBB PA-C
Physician Assistant
2210 W MAIN ST
RUSSELLVILLE, AR 72801
Pope County (479) 747-0138

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Karen Branch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Branch is 1013241876. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 28, 2009.

Where is Karen Branch located?

Karen Branch practices at 2210 W Main St, Russellville, AR 72801. The listed phone number is (479) 968-8940.

What is Karen Branch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Karen Branch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Branch is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Karen Branch accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 5 other insurers list Karen Branch as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Branch was last updated on November 25, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.