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KIRSTEN M. SCHUTTE MD
NPI 1285955930
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Hickory, NC

Active since June 17, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.78/100
CMS Quality Rating
56 12TH AVE NE, HICKORY, NC 28601(828) 326-2145 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 27, 2026, Aug 9, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Kirsten M. Schutte Md NPPES

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

KIRSTEN M. SCHUTTE MD (NPI 1285955930) is an individual infectious disease provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2023-03272) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Virginia School Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285955930
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameKIRSTEN M. SCHUTTECredential: MD
Location Address56 12TH AVE NEHickory, NC 28601-2798
Mailing Address56 12th Ave NeHickory, NC 28601-2798 · (828) 326-2145
Phone(828) 326-2145
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Virginia School Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateJune 17, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 27, 2026
✔ NPI 1285955930 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2023-03272✔ Licensed in OR · MD177031
Definition

An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 54254 (MN)
56 12TH AVE NE, Hickory, NC 28601
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Accepted Insurance

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

Kirsten M. Schutte 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 ID4082887153
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240223002876
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
61 services31 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
58 services30 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
49 services30 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
41 services23 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
38 services33 patients
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
29 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Frye Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340116
Location420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Catawba Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340143
Location810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28601 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

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.

83.78/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality82.08
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost63.86

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

CATAWBA VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
Internal Medicine
56 12TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 326-2145

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 Kirsten Schutte's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kirsten Schutte is 1285955930. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2010.

Where is Kirsten Schutte located?

Kirsten Schutte practices at 56 12th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601. The listed phone number is (828) 326-2145.

What is Kirsten Schutte's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Kirsten Schutte enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kirsten Schutte 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 Kirsten Schutte accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Kirsten Schutte 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 Kirsten Schutte affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kirsten Schutte is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center and Catawba Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kirsten Schutte was last updated on January 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.