KIMBERLY C. COVINGTON TARVER MD
NPI 1013942895
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Jackson, MS

Active since July 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
69.83/100
CMS Quality Rating
2500 NORTH STATE STREET, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE/DIVISION OF GERIATRICS, JACKSON, MS 39216(601) 984-6426(601) 984-6439 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 9, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Kimberly C. Covington Tarver Md NPPES

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

KIMBERLY C. COVINGTON TARVER MD (NPI 1013942895) is an individual geriatric medicine provider in Jackson, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (14422) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Med Center, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013942895
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0300X
Provider Legal NameKIMBERLY C. COVINGTON TARVERCredential: MD
Location Address2500 NORTH STATE STREET, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE/DIVISION OF GERIATRICSJackson, MS 39216-4500
Mailing Address2500 North State Street, Division Of GeriatricsJackson, MS 39216-4500 · (601) 984-5610 · Fax (601) 984-5783
Fax(601) 984-6439
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 9, 2014
NPI 1013942895 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0300X
License Licensed in MS · 14422
Definition
An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.
2500 NORTH STATE STREET, Jackson, MS 39216

Other Identifiers 7

OtherP00462331MS · Railroad Medicare Ptan
Medicare PIN302I383085MS
Medicare PIN512I380001MS
Medicaid07483295MS
OtherRR 110159204MS · Railroad
Medicare UPING55482MS
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified380000006MS

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kimberly C. Covington Tarver Md 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 ID6608849708
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040817000755
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
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.
286 services195 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
70 services42 patients
Assessment of and care planning for patient with impaired thought processing, typically 60 minutes 99483
This service involves a thorough evaluation of your thought processes, which may be impacting your daily life. In a typical 50-minute session, a healthcare professional will assess your cognitive abilities, identify any areas of concern, and develop a personalized care plan to help improve your mental function.
69 services69 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
68 services56 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
55 services32 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.
25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

University Of Mississippi Med Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number250001
Location2500 N State StJackson, MS 39216 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Merit Health Madison

Acute Care Hospitals · Canton, MS
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250038
Location161 River Oaks DriveCanton, MS 39046 · Madison County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39216 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
$159.18 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $39.79 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$92.20 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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.

69.83/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality56.08
Promoting Interoperability83
Improvement Activities40
Cost48.31

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers14 claims31 services$5.38 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Nurse Practitioner
2500 NORTH STATE STREET, DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPEDICS
JACKSON, MS 39216
Nurse Practitioner (Critical Care Medicine)
2500 NORTH STATE STREET
JACKSON, MS 39216
Pediatrics
2500 NORTH STATE STREET, UMMC NEONATOLOGY
JACKSON, MS 39216
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
2500 NORTH STATE STREET, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE DIVISION OF ENDOCRINOLOGY
JACKSON, MS 39216
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
2500 NORTH STATE STREET
JACKSON, MS 39216
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
2500 NORTH STATE STREET, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE DIVISION OF CARDIOLOGY
JACKSON, MS 39216
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
2500 NORTH STATE STREET, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE/DIVISION OF PULMONARY
JACKSON, MS 39216
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2500 NORTH STATE STREET
JACKSON, MS 39216

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 Kimberly Covington Tarver's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kimberly Covington Tarver is 1013942895. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2006.

Where is Kimberly Covington Tarver located?

Kimberly Covington Tarver practices at 2500 North State Street Department Of Medicine/Division Of Geriatrics, Jackson, MS 39216. The listed phone number is (601) 984-6426.

What is Kimberly Covington Tarver's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RG0300X.

Is Kimberly Covington Tarver enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kimberly Covington Tarver 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 Kimberly Covington Tarver accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee list Kimberly Covington Tarver 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.

Is Kimberly Covington Tarver affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kimberly Covington Tarver is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Med Center and Merit Health Madison.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kimberly Covington Tarver was last updated on April 9, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.