ECHO MILLS
NPI 1285181255
Nurse Practitioner in Galena, KS

Active since September 07, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
444 FOUR STATES DR., STE 1, GALENA, KS 66739(620) 783-4441(620) 783-4090 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 10, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Echo Mills NPPES

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

ECHO MILLS (NPI 1285181255) is an individual nurse practitioner in Galena, Kansas, licensed in Missouri (2016034569) and active in the NPI registry since September 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Via Christi Hospital Pittsburg Inc, and maintains a secondary practice location in Joplin.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285181255
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameECHO MILLS
Location Address444 FOUR STATES DR., STE 1Galena, KS 66739-4325
Mailing AddressPo Box 2546Joplin, MO 64803-2546 · (620) 783-4441 · Fax (620) 783-4090
Fax(620) 783-4090
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateSeptember 7, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateApril 10, 2020
NPPES CertifiedApril 10, 2020
✔ NPI 1285181255 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MO · 2016034569✔ Licensed in KS · 53-77442-031
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
444 FOUR STATES DR., Galena, KS 66739

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1202 E 50th StJoplin, MO 64804-4920 · Phone (417) 556-3400

Accepted 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

Echo Mills 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 ID1153618616
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160927001392, I20161109001407
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Echo Mills reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Family Medicine
100 MERCY WAY
Joplin, MO 64804
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kansas and Missouri enrollments
  • 62 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
3071 S GRAND AVE
Carthage, MO 64836
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kansas enrollment
  • 16 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
1 MT CARMEL WAY
Pittsburg, KS 66762
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kansas enrollment
  • 82 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
95 S PAGOSA BLVD
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1245401561 (Colorado)
  • 56 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 10

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.
241 services188 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.
241 services168 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
158 services16 patients
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views 72110
An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back and tailbone area. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. At least four different angles or 'views' are taken to get a comprehensive picture.
42 services42 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
35 services13 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
24 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Via Christi Hospital Pittsburg Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburg, KS
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number170006
Location1 Mt Carmel WayPittsburg, KS 66762 · Crawford County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Labette Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Parsons, KS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number170120
Location1902 South Us Hwy 59Parsons, KS 67357 · Labette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Specialty Hospital Southeast Kansas

Acute Care Hospitals · Galena, KS
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number170203
Location1619 K 66Galena, KS 66739 · Cherokee County

Mercy Hospital Joplin

Acute Care Hospitals · Joplin, MO
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number260001
Location100 Mercy WayJoplin, MO 64804 · Jasper County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 66739 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
$81.98 typical visit price
range $53.00 – $161.67
Typical copayment $20.49 (range $13.25 – $40.41)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.12 typical visit price
range $16.88 – $132.11
Typical copayment $23.53 (range $4.22 – $33.02)
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 12

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

Physical Therapy Assistant
444 FOUR STATES DR., STE. 1
GALENA, KS 66739
Physical Therapist
444 FOUR STATES DR., STE 1
GALENA, KS 66739
Physical Therapy Assistant
444 FOUR STATES DR., STE 1
GALENA, KS 66739
Physical Therapist
444 FOUR STATES DR., STE 1
GALENA, KS 66739
Physical Therapist
444 FOUR STATES DR., STE 1
GALENA, KS 66739
Nurse Practitioner
444 FOUR STATES DR., STE 1
GALENA, KS 66739
Physical Therapy Assistant
444 FOUR STATES DR., STE 1
GALENA, KS 66739
Physical Therapy Assistant
444 FOUR STATES DR., STE 1
GALENA, KS 66739

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 Echo Mills's NPI number?

The NPI number for Echo Mills is 1285181255. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 7, 2016.

Where is Echo Mills located?

Echo Mills practices at 444 Four States Dr. Ste 1, Galena, KS 66739. The listed phone number is (620) 783-4441.

What is Echo Mills's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Echo Mills enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Echo Mills 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 Echo Mills's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Echo Mills reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Mercy Clinic Joplin LLC (Joplin, MO), Manzer Family Medicine, LLC (Carthage, MO), Mercy Clinic Pittsburg LLC (Pittsburg, KS) and Upper San Juan Health Service District (Pagosa Springs, CO). 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 Echo Mills's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Echo Mills accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter of Oklahoma and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and 2 other insurers list Echo Mills 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 Echo Mills affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Echo Mills is affiliated with Via Christi Hospital Pittsburg Inc, Labette Health, Mercy Specialty Hospital Southeast Kansas and Mercy Hospital Joplin.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Echo Mills was last updated on April 10, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.