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MR. JOHN KEVIN EKMAN FNP- C, PMHNP
NPI 1194722256
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Safford, AZ

Active since July 05, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
624 W 8TH ST, SAFFORD, AZ 85546(928) 428-6554(928) 428-7266 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 25, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Mr. John Kevin Ekman Fnp- C, Pmhnp NPPES

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

MR. JOHN KEVIN EKMAN FNP- C, PMHNP (NPI 1194722256) is an individual psychiatric/mental health provider in Safford, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (AP1902) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194722256
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363LP0808X
Provider Legal NameMR. JOHN KEVIN EKMANCredential: FNP- C, PMHNP
Location Address624 W 8TH STSafford, AZ 85546-2807
Mailing Address510 23rd St.Safford, AZ 85546 · (928) 348-9602 · Fax (928) 428-7266
Phone(928) 428-6554
Fax(928) 428-7266
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJuly 5, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 25, 2008
✔ NPI 1194722256 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Psychiatric/Mental HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LP0808X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · AP1902
Also ListedNurse Practitioner · FamilyTaxonomy 363LF0000X · License AP1902 (AZ)
624 W 8TH ST, Safford, AZ 85546
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINQ19163AZ
Medicaid859655AZ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Cigna HealthCare of Arizona, Inc.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. John Kevin Ekman Fnp- C, Pmhnp 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 ID4183695281
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040803000744
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 Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show John Ekman reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Southeastern Arizona Behavioral Health Services, Inc.
0.9 mi
Community/Behavioral Health
1615 S 1ST AVE
Safford, AZ 85546
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 18 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1134117047 (928) 428-4550
La Frontera Center, Inc.
79 mi
Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center)
4891 E GRANT RD
Tucson, AZ 85712
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Lafrontera Center Inc
  • 33 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1811098742 (520) 296-3296
Sierra Vista Regional Health Center Medical Group LLC
93 mi
Family Medicine
5750 E HIGHWAY 90, SUITE 200
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 128 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1043575483 (520) 263-3979
Mental Health Specialty Group PA
1,766 mi
Mental Health
110 N CORCORAN ST FL 5
Durham, NC 27701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 99 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1801472634 (323) 205-7088

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 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.

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.
77 services32 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.
44 services24 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
30 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85546 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
$85.89 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $21.47 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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 2

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

MARY CHRISTINE HARTZLER MA, LPC
Counselor (Professional)
624 W 8TH ST
SAFFORD, AZ 85546
Graham County (928) 428-6554
LAURENCE A FRENCH PHD
Psychologist (School)
624 W 8TH ST
SAFFORD, AZ 85546
Graham County (928) 428-6554

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 John Ekman's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Ekman is 1194722256. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 5, 2005.

Where is John Ekman located?

John Ekman practices at 624 W 8th St, Safford, AZ 85546. The listed phone number is (928) 428-6554.

What is John Ekman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Psychiatric/Mental Health, with taxonomy code 363LP0808X.

Is John Ekman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Ekman 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for John Ekman's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), John Ekman reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Southeastern Arizona Behavioral Health Services, Inc. (Safford, AZ), La Frontera Center, Inc. (Tucson, AZ), Sierra Vista Regional Health Center Medical Group LLC (Sierra Vista, AZ) and Mental Health Specialty Group PA (Durham, NC). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for John Ekman's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does John Ekman accept?

Health plans from Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and Cigna HealthCare of Arizona, Inc list John Ekman 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 John Ekman was last updated on August 25, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.