CHRISTINE J PALMER PA-C
NPI 1124583968
Physician Assistant in Springfield, MO

Active since February 06, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
3555 S NATIONAL AVE, SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807(417) 875-3800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 7, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Christine J Palmer Pa-c NPPES

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

CHRISTINE J PALMER PA-C (NPI 1124583968) is an individual physician assistant in Springfield, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2019003325) and active in the NPI registry since February 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cox Medical Centers, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124583968
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTINE J PALMERCredential: PA-C
Location Address3555 S NATIONAL AVESpringfield, MO 65807-7310
Mailing AddressPo Box 9007Springfield, MO 65808-9007 · (417) 875-3462
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateFebruary 6, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 7, 2019
NPI 1124583968 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in MO · 2019003325
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
3555 S NATIONAL AVE, Springfield, MO 65807

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

Christine J Palmer Pa-c 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 ID3072852094
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190308000176
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 10

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.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
1,110 services70 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
126 services74 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
65 services59 patients
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560
An X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.
51 services44 patients
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502
An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.
49 services48 patients
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis 27130
This procedure, known as hip arthroplasty, involves replacing your damaged thigh bone and hip joint with artificial parts, called a prosthesis. It helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.
31 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Cox Medical Centers

Acute Care Hospitals · Springfield, MO
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260040
Location3801 South National AvenueSpringfield, MO 65807 · Greene County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Citizens Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bolivar, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number260195
Location1500 N OaklandBolivar, MO 65613 · Polk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 65807 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
$81.64 typical visit price
range $52.28 – $161.24
Typical copayment $20.41 (range $13.07 – $40.31)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$65.71 typical visit price
range $16.30 – $131.05
Typical copayment $16.42 (range $4.07 – $32.76)
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.

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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

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.

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers16 claims16 services$61.17 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.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
3555 S NATIONAL AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
3555 S NATIONAL AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
3555 S NATIONAL AVE, #302
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807
Nurse Practitioner
3555 S NATIONAL AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807
Orthopaedic Surgery
3555 S NATIONAL AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807
Physician Assistant (Medical)
3555 S NATIONAL AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
3555 S NATIONAL AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
3555 S NATIONAL AVE
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807

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 Christine Palmer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christine Palmer is 1124583968. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 6, 2019.

Where is Christine Palmer located?

Christine Palmer practices at 3555 S National Ave, Springfield, MO 65807. The listed phone number is (417) 875-3800.

What is Christine Palmer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Christine Palmer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christine Palmer 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 Christine Palmer accept?

Health plans from Cox HealthPlans list Christine Palmer 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 Christine Palmer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christine Palmer is affiliated with Cox Medical Centers and Citizens Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christine Palmer was last updated on February 7, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.