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MRS. SANDRA MICHELE KURPELA MS, RNC, FNP, CNS
NPI 1215198569
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Griffith, IN

Active since June 19, 2008PECOS Enrolled
1454 W ASH ST, GRIFFITH, IN 46319(219) 932-2300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 17, 2026, Nov 20, 2023, May 13, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2021).

About Mrs. Sandra Michele Kurpela Ms, Rnc, Fnp, Cns NPPES

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

MRS. SANDRA MICHELE KURPELA MS, RNC, FNP, CNS (NPI 1215198569) is an individual family provider in Griffith, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (71000539A) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Franciscan Health Dyer, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215198569
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. SANDRA MICHELE KURPELACredential: MS, RNC, FNP, CNS
Location Address1454 W ASH STGriffith, IN 46319-3758
Mailing Address1454 W Ash StGriffith, IN 46319-3758
Phone(219) 932-2300
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJune 19, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 17, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 17, 2026
✔ NPI 1215198569 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 71000539A
1454 W ASH ST, Griffith, IN 46319
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 15454 S Hohman AveHammond, IN 46320-1931 · Phone (219) 932-2300 ext. 34900 · Fax (219) 933-2583
Location 21205 S Main St Ste 101Crown Point, IN 46307-3677 · Phone (219) 662-0077 · Fax (219) 661-2155

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid201036020IN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.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

Mrs. Sandra Michele Kurpela Ms, Rnc, Fnp, Cns 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 ID2961629464
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140806002324
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 2

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 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.
216 services75 patients
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.
35 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Franciscan Health Dyer

Acute Care Hospitals · Dyer, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number150090
Location24 Joliet StDyer, IN 46311 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Munster, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150125
Location901 Macarthur BlvdMunster, IN 46321 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Crown Point

Acute Care Hospitals · Crown Point, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number150126
Location12750 Saint Francis DriveCrown Point, IN 46307 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Munster

Acute Care Hospitals · Munster, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150165
Location701 Superior AveMunster, IN 46321 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46319 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

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 Sandra Kurpela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sandra Kurpela is 1215198569. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2008.

Where is Sandra Kurpela located?

Sandra Kurpela practices at 1454 W Ash St, Griffith, IN 46319. The listed phone number is (219) 932-2300.

What is Sandra Kurpela's specialty?

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

Is Sandra Kurpela enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sandra Kurpela 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 Sandra Kurpela accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Sandra Kurpela 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 Sandra Kurpela affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sandra Kurpela is affiliated with Franciscan Health Dyer, Community Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point and Franciscan Health Munster.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sandra Kurpela was last updated on August 17, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 26 days 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.