KRISTEN LYNNE HITZ MSN, NP-C
NPI 1134599988
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Garden City, KS

Q: What is Kristen Hitz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kristen Hitz is 1134599988. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 5, 2015. The provider is also known as Kristen Lynne Shults.

Q: What is Kristen Hitz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kristen Hitz was last updated on May 9, 2024. 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 October 05, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

311 E SPRUCE ST, GARDEN CITY, KS 67846(620) 275-3780(620) 271-3114 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 9, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: May 9, 2024, Mar 5, 2024, May 23, 2023 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Kristen Lynne Hitz Msn, Np-c NPPES

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

KRISTEN LYNNE HITZ MSN, NP-C (NPI 1134599988) is an individual family provider in Garden City, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (82932) and active in the NPI registry since October 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Centura St. Catherine Hospital-garden City, and maintains a secondary practice location in Pampa.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1134599988

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X

Provider Legal NameKRISTEN LYNNE HITZCredential: MSN, NP-C

Location Address311 E SPRUCE STGarden City, KS 67846-5614

Mailing Address311 E Spruce StGarden City, KS 67846-5614 · (620) 277-8553

Phone(620) 275-3780

Fax(620) 271-3114

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateOctober 5, 2015

Last NPPES UpdateMay 9, 20247 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 9, 2024

✔ NPI 1134599988 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LF0000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in KS · 82932✔ Licensed in KS · 53-82932-092✔ Licensed in TX · AP129377✔ Licensed in CO · C-APN.0003337C-NP

Also ListedOrthotic FitterTaxonomy 225000000X · License C-APN.0003337C-NP (CO)

Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License C-APN.0003337C-NP (CO)

311 E SPRUCE ST, Garden City, KS 67846

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Kristen Lynne Shults

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12931 Perryton PkwyPampa, TX 79065-2823 · Phone (806) 669-1200 · Fax (806) 669-1210

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kristen Lynne Hitz Msn, Np-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 ID7911208277

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240311002573

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Kristen Hitz reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Commonspirit Kansas, Inc.

Same address

Surgery

311 E SPRUCE ST STE 3B
Garden City, KS 67846

Reassigned Medicare billing, Kansas enrollment
82 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1194438911 (620) 275-3740

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

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.

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.

136 services113 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

99 services33 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.

53 services44 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310

A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.

32 services21 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

23 services13 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Centura St. Catherine Hospital-Garden City

Acute Care Hospitals · Garden City, KS

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number170023

Location401 East SpruceGarden City, KS 67846 · Finney County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Centura St. Catherine-Dodge City

Acute Care Hospitals · Dodge City, KS

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number170175

Location3001 Avenue ADodge City, KS 67801 · Ford County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 67846 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

$81.98 typical visit price

range $53.00 – $161.67

Typical copayment $20.49 (range $13.25 – $40.41)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$94.12 typical visit price

range $16.88 – $132.11

Typical copayment $23.53 (range $4.22 – $33.02)

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 20

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

JOHN CHRISTIAN BIRKY MD

Family Medicine

311 E SPRUCE ST, STE 2B
GARDEN CITY, KS 67846

Finney County (620) 765-4324

COMMONSPIRIT KANSAS, INC.

Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)