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MRS. MELISSA ANN BLACKBURN-KIERKLA NP
NPI 1164461273
Nurse Practitioner - Pediatrics in Monson, MA

Active since June 05, 2006PECOS Enrolled
77.12/100
CMS Quality Rating
218 CEDAR SWAMP RD, MONSON, MA 01057(413) 237-3232 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 18, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 18, 2022, Jan 4, 2022, Jan 24, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Mrs. Melissa Ann Blackburn-kierkla Np NPPES

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

MRS. MELISSA ANN BLACKBURN-KIERKLA NP (NPI 1164461273) is an individual pediatrics provider in Monson, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (200805) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164461273
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LP0200X
Provider Legal NameMRS. MELISSA ANN BLACKBURN-KIERKLACredential: NP
Location Address218 CEDAR SWAMP RDMonson, MA 01057-9307
Mailing Address218 Cedar Swamp RdMonson, MA 01057-9307 · (413) 237-3232
Phone(413) 237-3232
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateJune 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 18, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 18, 2022
✔ NPI 1164461273 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · PediatricsPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LP0200X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 200805
218 CEDAR SWAMP RD, Monson, MA 01057
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.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)

Mrs. Melissa Ann Blackburn-kierkla Np is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID7517145162
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110629000622, I20171006002206
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.

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.
702 services226 patients
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 51798
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your bladder. It's done after you've emptied your bladder to see if there's any leftover urine, which can help diagnose certain conditions.
686 services237 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.
304 services184 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
68 services68 patients
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349
An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
59 services25 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.
36 services34 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01057 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
$90.70 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $22.67 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$103.48 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

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.

77.12/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality61.19
Promoting Interoperability81
Improvement Activities40
Cost45.05

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%77 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
100%520 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

MONSON PEDIATRICS PC
Family Medicine
218 CEDAR SWAMP RD
MONSON, MA 01057
Hampden County (413) 237-3232
MK-UROLOGY LLC
Nurse Practitioner
218 CEDAR SWAMP RD
MONSON, MA 01057
Hampden County (413) 237-3232

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 Melissa Blackburn-kierkla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Blackburn-kierkla is 1164461273. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2006.

Where is Melissa Blackburn-kierkla located?

Melissa Blackburn-kierkla practices at 218 Cedar Swamp Rd, Monson, MA 01057. The listed phone number is (413) 237-3232.

What is Melissa Blackburn-kierkla's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Pediatrics, with taxonomy code 363LP0200X.

Is Melissa Blackburn-kierkla enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Blackburn-kierkla is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Melissa Blackburn-kierkla accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Melissa Blackburn-kierkla 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 Melissa Blackburn-kierkla was last updated on January 18, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.