KATHERINE ERNST FRANK MD
NPI 1285096453
Internal Medicine in Athens, OH

Active since March 25, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2131 E STATE ST, ATHENS, OH 45701(855) 446-5937(740) 589-3127 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 22, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 12, 2022, Sep 8, 2021, Mar 15, 2021 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2016).

About Katherine Ernst Frank Md NPPES

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

KATHERINE ERNST FRANK MD (NPI 1285096453) is an individual internal medicine provider in Athens, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35.133174) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ohiohealth O'bleness Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285096453
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameKATHERINE ERNST FRANKCredential: MD
Location Address2131 E STATE STAthens, OH 45701-2138
Mailing Address90 Jackson PikeGallipolis, OH 45631-1562 · (740) 446-5000 · Fax (740) 446-5982
Fax(740) 589-3127
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMarch 25, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateApril 22, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 22, 2025
NPI 1285096453 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in OH · 35.133174
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License 35.133174 (OH)
2131 E STATE ST, Athens, OH 45701

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0413737OH

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Katherine Ernst Frank Md 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 ID5799072427
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200818003672
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 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.
133 services85 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.
72 services56 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Ohiohealth O'bleness Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, OH
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number360014
Location55 Hospital DriveAthens, OH 45701 · Athens County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Holzer Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Gallipolis, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360054
Location100 Jackson PikeGallipolis, OH 45631 · Gallia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45701 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
$126.12 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers12 claims13 services$5.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Plastic Surgery
2131 E STATE ST
ATHENS, OH 45701
Nurse Practitioner
2131 E STATE ST
ATHENS, OH 45701
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
2131 E STATE ST
ATHENS, OH 45701
Pediatrics
2131 E STATE ST
ATHENS, OH 45701
Chiropractor
2131 E STATE ST
ATHENS, OH 45701
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
2131 E STATE ST
ATHENS, OH 45701
Surgery
2131 E STATE ST
ATHENS, OH 45701
Dermatology
2131 E STATE ST
ATHENS, OH 45701

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 Katherine Frank's NPI number?

The NPI number for Katherine Frank is 1285096453. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 25, 2016.

Where is Katherine Frank located?

Katherine Frank practices at 2131 E State St, Athens, OH 45701. The listed phone number is (855) 446-5937.

What is Katherine Frank's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Katherine Frank enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Katherine Frank 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 Katherine Frank accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource and MedMutual list Katherine Frank 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 Katherine Frank affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Katherine Frank is affiliated with Ohiohealth O'bleness Hospital and Holzer Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Katherine Frank was last updated on April 22, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.