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WHITNEY KUHLEN
NPI 1104558923
Nurse Practitioner in Kearney, NE

Active since June 29, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1616 W 39TH ST STE A, KEARNEY, NE 68845(308) 236-6499 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Whitney Kuhlen NPPES

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

WHITNEY KUHLEN (NPI 1104558923) is an individual nurse practitioner in Kearney, Nebraska, licensed in Nebraska (114253) and active in the NPI registry since June 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kearney Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104558923
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameWHITNEY KUHLEN
Location Address1616 W 39TH ST STE AKearney, NE 68845-2922
Mailing Address1616 W 39th St Ste AKearney, NE 68845-2922 · (308) 236-6499
Phone(308) 236-6499
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateJune 29, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJune 29, 2022
✔ NPI 1104558923 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 NE · 114253
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.
1616 W 39TH ST STE A, Kearney, NE 68845
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health 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

Whitney Kuhlen 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 ID244610632
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220701000320
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 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.

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
165 services51 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.
130 services60 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.
63 services30 patients
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.
44 services34 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
39 services24 patients
Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles 20552
Trigger point injection is a procedure used to treat painful areas of muscle that contain trigger points, or knots of muscle that form when muscles do not relax. 1-2 muscles are typically treated in one session. The procedure involves injecting medications into these points to alleviate pain.
30 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Kearney Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kearney, NE
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number280134
Location804 22nd AvenueKearney, NE 68845 · Buffalo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 68845 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
$81.20 typical visit price
range $52.69 – $160.21
Typical copayment $20.30 (range $13.17 – $40.05)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.55 typical visit price
range $16.90 – $131.25
Typical copayment $23.38 (range $4.22 – $32.81)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

SCHROCK MEDICAL CLINIC PC
General Practice
1616 W 39TH ST STE A
KEARNEY, NE 68845
Buffalo County (308) 236-6499
MICHAEL HEINZ APRN
Nurse Practitioner
1616 W 39TH ST STE A
KEARNEY, NE 68845
Buffalo County (308) 236-6499
KIMBERLY HEINZ APRN
Nurse Practitioner
1616 W 39TH ST STE A
KEARNEY, NE 68845
Buffalo County (308) 236-6499

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 Whitney Kuhlen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Whitney Kuhlen is 1104558923. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2022.

Where is Whitney Kuhlen located?

Whitney Kuhlen practices at 1616 W 39th St Ste A, Kearney, NE 68845. The listed phone number is (308) 236-6499.

What is Whitney Kuhlen's specialty?

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

Is Whitney Kuhlen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Whitney Kuhlen 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 Whitney Kuhlen accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska and 3 other insurers list Whitney Kuhlen 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 Whitney Kuhlen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Whitney Kuhlen is affiliated with Kearney Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Whitney Kuhlen was last updated on June 29, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.