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BRENT A. PLATZ AA-C
NPI 1265866255
Anesthesiologist Assistant in Springfield, MO

Active since August 26, 2013Accepts Medicare Assignment
83.86/100
CMS Quality Rating
1235 E CHEROKEE ST, SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804(417) 820-2829(417) 820-8852 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 26, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Brent A. Platz Aa-c NPPES

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

BRENT A. PLATZ AA-C (NPI 1265866255) is an individual anesthesiologist assistant in Springfield, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2013029732) and active in the NPI registry since August 2013. He is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center and is a graduate of University Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265866255
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy367H00000X
Provider Legal NameBRENT A. PLATZCredential: AA-C
Location Address1235 E CHEROKEE STSpringfield, MO 65804-2203
Mailing AddressPo Box 2580Springfield, MO 65801-2580 · (417) 829-4620
Phone(417) 820-2829
Fax(417) 820-8852
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateAugust 26, 2013
✔ NPI 1265866255 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologist AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code367H00000X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2013029732
Definition
An individual certified by the state to perform anesthesia services under the direct supervision of an anesthesiologist. Anesthesiologist Assistants are required to have a bachelor's degree with a premed curriculum prior to entering a two-year anesthesiology assistant program, which is focused upon the delivery and maintenance of anesthesia care as well as advanced patient monitoring techniques. An Anesthesiologist Assistant must work as a member of the anesthesia care team under the direction of a qualified Anesthesiologist.
1235 E CHEROKEE ST, Springfield, MO 65804
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PIN# PENDINGMO
Medicaid# PENDINGMO

Accepted Insurance

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

Brent A. Platz Aa-c 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 ID5294960787
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131111000227

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Brent Platz reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Saint Luke's Physician Group Inc
138 mi
Infusion Therapy
600 NE ADAMS DAIRY PKWY
Blue Springs, MO 64014
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Saint Lukes Physician Group Inc
  • 1,339 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1376257220 (816) 932-4630
Northstar Anesthesia Of Missouri, LLC
362 mi
Anesthesiology
6225 N STATE HIGHWAY 161, SUITE 200
Irving, TX 75038
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 189 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1396191789 (214) 687-0001

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 7

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
26 services26 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
19 services19 patients
Anesthesia for insertion of permanent heart pacemaker 00530
Anesthesia for a permanent heart pacemaker insertion helps to ensure comfort and calmness during the procedure. It's typically a local anesthetic, numbing the area where the pacemaker is inserted. Sedation may also be given to help you relax. You'll be awake, but may not remember the procedure.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest 01926
Anesthesia is given before an x-ray of the brain, heart, or chest artery to ensure comfort and stillness. It helps to eliminate discomfort or pain during the procedure. It's administered by a trained professional, ensuring a safe and smooth procedure.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Joseph Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, MO
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number260085
Location1000 Carondelet DrKansas City, MO 64114 · Jackson County
Emergency services

St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, MO
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260138
Location4401 Wornall RoadKansas City, MO 64111 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

83.86/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.5
Improvement Activities40

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.

MR. SUJAN POUDEL M.D.
Internal Medicine
1235 E CHEROKEE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Greene County (417) 820-2600
JANEL M OCHSE MD
Emergency Medicine
1235 E CHEROKEE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Greene County (417) 820-2000
DR. DAWN E ZABLOCKI MD
Anesthesiology
1235 E CHEROKEE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Greene County (417) 820-2829
OLIVIA M. KILBURN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1235 E CHEROKEE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Greene County (417) 820-2829
VIRGINIA MCLAUGHLIN SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
1235 E CHEROKEE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Greene County (417) 576-3741
MARGARET BROWN MONTGOMERY APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
1235 E CHEROKEE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Greene County (417) 820-6569
DEVIN B MOORE PA-C
Physician Assistant
1235 E CHEROKEE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Greene County (417) 820-5400
JACQUELYN B MARSHALL CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1235 E CHEROKEE ST
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
Greene County (417) 820-2829

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 Brent Platz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brent Platz is 1265866255. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 26, 2013.

Where is Brent Platz located?

Brent Platz practices at 1235 E Cherokee St, Springfield, MO 65804. The listed phone number is (417) 820-2829.

What is Brent Platz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiologist Assistant with taxonomy code 367H00000X.

Is Brent Platz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brent Platz 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 Brent Platz's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Brent Platz reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Saint Luke's Physician Group Inc (Blue Springs, MO) and Northstar Anesthesia Of Missouri, LLC (Irving, TX). 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 Brent Platz's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Brent Platz accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City list Brent Platz 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 Brent Platz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Brent Platz is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center and St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brent Platz was last updated on August 26, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.