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DR. KARA KIMBERLY SIEGRIST M.D.
NPI 1134410608
Anesthesiology in Nashville, TN

Active since May 02, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.12/100
CMS Quality Rating
VANDERBILT DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIA, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 936-1830 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 24, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 19, 2020, Feb 5, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Kara Kimberly Siegrist M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KARA KIMBERLY SIEGRIST M.D. (NPI 1134410608) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD0000049509) and active in the NPI registry since May 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1134410608
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KARA KIMBERLY SIEGRISTCredential: M.D.
Location AddressVANDERBILT DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIANashville, TN 37232-0001
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · (615) 936-2000
Phone(615) 936-1830
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMay 2, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 24, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 24, 2022
✔ NPI 1134410608 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TN · MD0000049509
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
VANDERBILT DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIA, Nashville, TN 37232
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Oscar Insurance Company.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

Dr. Kara Kimberly Siegrist 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 ID547563850
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160606001878
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 6

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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
36 services35 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537
Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.
24 services24 patients
Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312
This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.
23 services23 patients
Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers 93320
An ultrasound of your heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a test that uses sound waves to create detailed images of your heart. It helps doctors check the health of your heart's chambers, valves, and blood flow.
23 services23 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
22 services22 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325
An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It shows the structure, movement, and blood flow within your heart. This helps assess the heart's health and function, including the valves and rate.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440039
Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson 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.

97.12/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.64
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Kara Siegrist's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Siegrist is 1134410608. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 2, 2011.

Where is Kara Siegrist located?

Kara Siegrist practices at Vanderbilt Department Of Anesthesia, Nashville, TN 37232. The listed phone number is (615) 936-1830.

What is Kara Siegrist's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Kara Siegrist enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Siegrist 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 Kara Siegrist accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Oscar Insurance Company list Kara Siegrist 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 Kara Siegrist affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kara Siegrist is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Siegrist was last updated on March 24, 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.