JOE PORTER P.A.
NPI 1265780258
Physician Assistant in Vernal, UT

Q: What is Joe Porter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joe Porter is 1265780258. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2012.

Q: What is Joe Porter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joe Porter was last updated on October 28, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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 August 22, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

872 W HIGHWAY 40, VERNAL, UT 84078(435) 789-6677(435) 789-6677 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 28, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Joe Porter P.a. NPPES

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

JOE PORTER P.A. (NPI 1265780258) is an individual physician assistant in Vernal, Utah, licensed in Utah (7585928-1206) and active in the NPI registry since August 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ashley Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265780258

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameJOE PORTERCredential: P.A.

Location Address872 W HIGHWAY 40Vernal, UT 84078-2416

Mailing Address872 W Highway 40Vernal, UT 84078-2416 · (435) 789-6677 · Fax (435) 789-6678

Phone(435) 789-6677

Fax(435) 789-6677

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateAugust 22, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 28, 2020

NPPES CertifiedOctober 13, 2020

✔ NPI 1265780258 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

License✔ Licensed in UT · 7585928-1206

Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

872 W HIGHWAY 40, Vernal, UT 84078

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.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

Joe Porter P.a. 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 ID2264679042

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130515000360

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 8

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 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.

123 services106 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.

43 services40 patients

Urinalysis, manual test 81002

A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.

29 services26 patients

Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza 87428

This test uses a method called immunoassay to identify severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza. It works by detecting specific proteins (antigens) in a sample, like a nasal swab. It's a powerful tool in diagnosing these viral infections.

28 services28 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.

22 services21 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ashley Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Vernal, UT

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number460030

Location150 West 100 NorthVernal, UT 84078 · Uintah County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 84078 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

$84.41 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.03

Typical copayment $21.10 (range $13.58 – $41.50)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.01 typical visit price

range $17.23 – $135.20

Typical copayment $17.00 (range $4.30 – $33.80)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

2 suppliers27 claims27 services$114.92 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier20 claims20 services$36.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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

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