RUTH A. TATARA CNM, MSN
NPI 1124488267
Advanced Practice Midwife in Kalamazoo, MI

Q: What is Ruth Tatara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Tatara is 1124488267. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 2, 2016. The provider is also known as Ruth A. Fink.

Q: What is Ruth Tatara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Advanced Practice Midwife with taxonomy code 367A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruth Tatara was last updated on November 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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 March 02, 2016PECOS Enrolled

601 JOHN ST, SUITE N-1200, KALAMAZOO, MI 49007(269) 341-7979(269) 341-6261 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 30, 2020, Apr 28, 2017, Mar 2, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Ruth A. Tatara Cnm, Msn NPPES

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

RUTH A. TATARA CNM, MSN (NPI 1124488267) is an individual advanced practice midwife in Kalamazoo, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4704210133) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124488267

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy367A00000X

Provider Legal NameRUTH A. TATARACredential: CNM, MSN

Location Address601 JOHN ST, SUITE N-1200Kalamazoo, MI 49007-5341

Mailing Address209 Gilkison AveKalamazoo, MI 49006-4335 · (269) 373-5471

Phone(269) 341-7979

Fax(269) 341-6261

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateMarch 2, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 27, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 30, 2020

✔ NPI 1124488267 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAdvanced Practice MidwifePhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code367A00000X

License✔ Licensed in MI · 4704210133

Definition

Advanced practice midwifery encompasses the independent provision of care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period; sexual and reproductive health; gynecologic health; and family planning services, including preconception care. Midwives also provide primary care for individuals from adolescence throughout the lifespan as well as care for the healthy newborn during the first 28 days of life. Midwives provide initial and ongoing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Midwifery care includes health promotion, disease prevention, risk assessment and management, and individualized wellness education and counseling. Source: American College of Nurse-Midwives, www.midwife.org Additional Resources: See the American College of Nurse-Midwives, www.midwife.org, for more information on Certified Nurse-Midwives, Certified Midwives, the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB), and licensure.

601 JOHN ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Ruth A. Fink

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Priority Health.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 (PECOS)

Ruth A. Tatara Cnm, Msn is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49007 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

$84.74 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.68

Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.67)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.07 typical visit price

range $17.09 – $135.40

Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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 20

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

DR. AMANDA KEATING WALKER D.O.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

601 JOHN ST, SUITE N1200
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7979

ANDREW W. WALKER MD

Emergency Medicine

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (847) 404-6853

JUSTINE MELODIE OUDSEMA PA-C

Physician Assistant

601 JOHN ST, BOX 74
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-8481

OCHUKO ANDREW OGHOR CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (239) 341-7654

MARK J TIESZEN MD

Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)

601 JOHN ST, SUITE M-510
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7762

DR. ERIC S SHAY M.D.

Internal Medicine

601 JOHN ST, SUITE M-170
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 381-5060

EVGENIIA MORLEY RD

Dietitian, Registered

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAROO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-6615

SELECT HOSPITALISTS, PLLC

Internal Medicine

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7100

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 Ruth Tatara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Tatara is 1124488267. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 2, 2016. The provider is also known as Ruth A. Fink.

Where is Ruth Tatara located?

Ruth Tatara practices at 601 John St Suite N-1200, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. The listed phone number is (269) 341-7979.

What is Ruth Tatara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Advanced Practice Midwife with taxonomy code 367A00000X.

Is Ruth Tatara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruth Tatara is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Ruth Tatara accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and Priority Health list Ruth Tatara 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 Ruth Tatara was last updated on November 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.