DR. SARAFINA KRISTINE KANKAM M.D.
NPI 1023472677
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Kansas City, KS

Q: What is Sarafina Kankam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarafina Kankam is 1023472677. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 11, 2016.

Q: What is Sarafina Kankam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sarafina Kankam was last updated on August 23, 2021. 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.

Active since April 11, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

91.89/100

CMS Quality Rating

3901 RAINBOW BLVD, KANSAS CITY, KS 66160(913) 588-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 23, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

On this page

About Dr. Sarafina Kristine Kankam M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SARAFINA KRISTINE KANKAM M.D. (NPI 1023472677) is an individual pain medicine provider in Kansas City, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (04-45066) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal) (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023472677

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X

Provider Legal NameDR. SARAFINA KRISTINE KANKAMCredential: M.D.

Location Address3901 RAINBOW BLVDKansas City, KS 66160-2640

Mailing Address3901 Rainbow BlvdKansas City, KS 66160-8500

Phone(913) 588-5000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)Graduated 2016

Enumeration DateApril 11, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 23, 2021

NPPES CertifiedAugust 23, 2021

✔ NPI 1023472677 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207LP2900X

License✔ Licensed in KS · 04-45066

Definition

An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.

3901 RAINBOW BLVD, Kansas City, KS 66160

Open in Google Maps ↗

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Sarafina Kristine Kankam M.d. 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 ID8224329834

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220223001518

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Sarafina Kankam reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Kansas University Physicians Inc

0.2 mi

Obstetrics & Gynecology

4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
Kansas City, KS 66160

Reassigned Medicare billing, Kansas enrollment
2,139 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1053457978 (913) 588-1227

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

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 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.

117 services74 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

89 services89 patients

Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles 20553

Trigger point injection therapy involves injecting medication into specific areas of your muscles, known as trigger points. These are areas that produce pain and discomfort. If you have three or more muscles affected, each will be treated individually.

41 services27 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

30 services22 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

24 services20 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

23 services16 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 Kansas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, KS

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number170040

Location4000 Cambridge StreetKansas City, KS 66160 · Wyandotte County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventhealth Shawnee Mission

Acute Care Hospitals · Shawnee Mission, KS

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number170104

Location9100 W 74th StreetShawnee Mission, KS 66204 · Johnson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

91.89/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

75.17

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

MRS. KELLI DOUGLAS M.A. CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist