DAKOTA GRIT PLLC
NPI 1043969017
Physical Therapist - Orthopedic in Rapid City, SD

Q: What is Dakota Grit PLLC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dakota Grit PLLC is 1043969017. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on March 18, 2022.

Q: What is Dakota Grit PLLC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Therapist, specializing in Orthopedic, with taxonomy code 2251X0800X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dakota Grit PLLC was last updated on July 9, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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 March 18, 2022

2255 HAINES AVE STE 200, RAPID CITY, SD 57701(605) 791-2350(605) 608-8847 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 9, 2026, Sep 9, 2024, Nov 20, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2022).

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About Dakota Grit Pllc NPPES

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

DAKOTA GRIT PLLC (NPI 1043969017) is a healthcare organization registered as an orthopedic in Rapid City, South Dakota and active in the NPI registry since March 2022. The organization lists James Clancey Whitcher, Manager, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043969017

Entity TypeOrganization

Primary Taxonomy2251X0800X

Legal Business NameDAKOTA GRIT PLLC

Location Address2255 HAINES AVE STE 200Rapid City, SD 57701-0411

Mailing Address2255 Haines Ave Ste 200Rapid City, SD 57701-0411 · (605) 791-2350 · Fax (605) 608-8847

Phone(605) 791-2350

Fax(605) 608-8847

Organization SubpartNo

Authorized OfficialJames Clancey WhitcherManager · (605) 791-2350

Enumeration DateMarch 18, 2022

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 9, 2026

✔ NPI 1043969017 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Therapist · OrthopedicRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers

Taxonomy Code2251X0800X

Definition

A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science; pathology/pathophysiology, pain science, medical and surgical considerations, orthopaedic physical therapy theory and practice, and critical inquiry for evidence-based practice.

Also ListedPhysical TherapistTaxonomy 225100000X

2255 HAINES AVE STE 200, Rapid City, SD 57701

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Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Sanford Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dakota Grit Pllc is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

Medicare enrollment records show 1 clinician reassigns Medicare billing to Dakota Grit PLLC, which bills Medicare for the services this clinician delivers.

Clinician (1)

R James Whitcher, DPT

Physical Therapist in Private Practice

NPI 1720642960

2255 HAINES AVE STE 200
Rapid City, SD 57701

(605) 791-2350

✔ Accepts MedicareSame address

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

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 Dakota Grit PLLC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dakota Grit PLLC is 1043969017. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on March 18, 2022.

Where is Dakota Grit PLLC located?

Dakota Grit PLLC is located at 2255 Haines Ave Ste 200, Rapid City, SD 57701. The listed phone number is (605) 791-2350.

What is Dakota Grit PLLC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Therapist, specializing in Orthopedic, with taxonomy code 2251X0800X.

Is Dakota Grit PLLC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dakota Grit PLLC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Dakota Grit PLLC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 1 clinician (Physical Therapist in Private Practice) reassigns their Medicare billing to Dakota Grit PLLC. A reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for the clinician's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Dakota Grit PLLC accept?

Health plans from Sanford Health Plan list Dakota Grit PLLC 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 Dakota Grit PLLC was last updated on July 9, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.