KATHERINE BLISS KRISTENSEN PA-C
NPI 1295192441
Physician Assistant in Seattle, WA

Active since January 19, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
825 EASTLAKE AVE E, SEATTLE, WA 98109(206) 520-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 9, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 9, 2024, Aug 28, 2023, Jan 26, 2019 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2016).

About Katherine Bliss Kristensen Pa-c NPPES

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

KATHERINE BLISS KRISTENSEN PA-C (NPI 1295192441) is an individual physician assistant in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (PA60888465) and active in the NPI registry since January 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, and is a graduate of University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295192441
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameKATHERINE BLISS KRISTENSENCredential: PA-C
Location Address825 EASTLAKE AVE ESeattle, WA 98109-1023
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJanuary 19, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 9, 20246 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 9, 2024
NPI 1295192441 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in WA · PA60888465
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X · License PA60888465 (WA)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E, Seattle, WA 98109

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Katherine Ross Pa-c

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 Bliss Kristensen Pa-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 ID5890076335
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190301002423
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 4

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 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.
42 services42 patients
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.
33 services32 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.
30 services29 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.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98109 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
$97.43 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $24.35 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$78.74 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $19.68 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 (Hematology)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Physician Assistant
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Surgery
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Physician Assistant
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109

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 Kristensen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Katherine Kristensen is 1295192441. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 19, 2016. The provider is also known as Katherine Ross Pa-C.

Where is Katherine Kristensen located?

Katherine Kristensen practices at 825 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98109. The listed phone number is (206) 520-5000.

What is Katherine Kristensen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Katherine Kristensen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Katherine Kristensen 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 Kristensen accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Katherine Kristensen 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 Kristensen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Katherine Kristensen is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Katherine Kristensen was last updated on December 9, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 months 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.