KARA E BARKER D.O
NPI 1285096230
Emergency Medicine in Springfield, MA

Active since March 28, 2016PECOS Enrolled
759 CHESTNUT ST, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107(413) 794-3233 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 12, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 12, 2019, Mar 28, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Kara E Barker D.o NPPES

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

KARA E BARKER D.O (NPI 1285096230) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Springfield, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (267573) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in Springfield.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285096230
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameKARA E BARKERCredential: D.O
Location Address759 CHESTNUT STSpringfield, MA 01107-1619
Mailing Address280 Chestnut St Fl 2Springfield, MA 01199-1001 · (413) 794-5700
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJune 12, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1285096230 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in MA · 267573
Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

759 CHESTNUT ST, Springfield, MA 01107

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1Baystate Medical Ctr, 759 Chestnut StSpringfield, MA 01199-0001 · Phone (413) 794-0000

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Kara E Barker D.o is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

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.
579 services566 patients
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only 93042
An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. 1 to 3 leads or sensors are placed on your body to capture this data. A physician then reviews the results to evaluate your heart's health.
400 services394 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
132 services129 patients
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.
77 services75 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
52 services52 patients
Critical care, each additional 30 minutes 99292
Critical care refers to special attention given to patients facing life-threatening conditions. Each additional 30 minutes indicates the extension of this specialized care. This might include close monitoring, medication adjustments, and immediate interventions as needed.
36 services34 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01107 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
$90.70 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $22.67 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$103.48 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

Internal Medicine
759 CHESTNUT ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Internal Medicine
759 CHESTNUT ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Internal Medicine
759 CHESTNUT ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Internal Medicine
759 CHESTNUT ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Pediatrics (Pediatric Critical Care Medicine)
759 CHESTNUT ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Internal Medicine
759 CHESTNUT ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Internal Medicine
759 CHESTNUT ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Emergency Medicine
759 CHESTNUT ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107

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 Barker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Barker is 1285096230. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2016.

Where is Kara Barker located?

Kara Barker practices at 759 Chestnut St, Springfield, MA 01107. The listed phone number is (413) 794-3233.

What is Kara Barker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Kara Barker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Barker is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Barker was last updated on June 12, 2019. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.