KARA MICHELE CLIFTON
NPI 1184307332
Nurse Practitioner in Grand Rapids, MN

Active since August 14, 2023PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1601 GOLF COURSE RD, GRAND RAPIDS, MN 55744(218) 326-3401 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 9, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 9, 2025, Aug 14, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Kara Michele Clifton NPPES

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

KARA MICHELE CLIFTON (NPI 1184307332) is an individual nurse practitioner in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (10569) and active in the NPI registry since August 2023. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Memorial Health Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2023).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184307332
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameKARA MICHELE CLIFTON
Location Address1601 GOLF COURSE RDGrand Rapids, MN 55744-8648
Mailing Address1601 Golf Course RdGrand Rapids, MN 55744-8648 · (218) 326-3401
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2023
Enumeration DateAugust 14, 2023
Last NPPES UpdateApril 9, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 9, 2025
NPI 1184307332 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License Licensed in MN · 10569
Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

Also ListedNurse Practitioner · FamilyTaxonomy 363LF0000X · License 10569 (MN)
1601 GOLF COURSE RD, Grand Rapids, MN 55744

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

Kara Michele Clifton 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 ID2163879578
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231107001489
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 3

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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
82 services76 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
37 services35 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

North Memorial Health Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Robbinsdale, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240001
Location3300 Oakdale NorthRobbinsdale, MN 55422 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Medical Center-Mesabi/ Mesaba Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Hibbing, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number240040
Location750 East 34th StHibbing, MN 55746 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

Grand Itasca Clinic And Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Grand Rapids, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240064
Location1601 Golf Course RoadGrand Rapids, MN 55744 · Itasca County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55744 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1601 GOLF COURSE RD
GRAND RAPIDS, MN 55744
Non-Pharmacy Dispensing Site
1601 GOLF COURSE RD
GRAND RAPIDS, MN 55744
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1601 GOLF COURSE RD
GRAND RAPIDS, MN 55744
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
1601 GOLF COURSE RD
GRAND RAPIDS, MN 55744
Family Medicine
1601 GOLF COURSE RD
GRAND RAPIDS, MN 55744
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1601 GOLF COURSE RD
GRAND RAPIDS, MN 55744
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1601 GOLF COURSE RD
GRAND RAPIDS, MN 55744
Physician Assistant
1601 GOLF COURSE RD
GRAND RAPIDS, MN 55744

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 Clifton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Clifton is 1184307332. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 14, 2023.

Where is Kara Clifton located?

Kara Clifton practices at 1601 Golf Course Rd, Grand Rapids, MN 55744. The listed phone number is (218) 326-3401.

What is Kara Clifton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Kara Clifton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Clifton 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 Clifton accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Kara Clifton 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 Clifton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kara Clifton is affiliated with North Memorial Health Hospital, University Medical Center-Mesabi/ Mesaba Clinics and Grand Itasca Clinic And Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Clifton was last updated on April 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.