MRS. KARA DEGONISH CRNP
NPI 1306299680
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since July 21, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2 HOT METAL ST, 2ND FLOOR, PITTSBURGH, PA 15203(412) 432-7738(412) 432-7480 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 20, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Mrs. Kara Degonish Crnp NPPES

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

MRS. KARA DEGONISH CRNP (NPI 1306299680) is an individual family provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (SP016323) and active in the NPI registry since July 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Butler, and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306299680
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. KARA DEGONISHCredential: CRNP
Location Address2 HOT METAL ST, 2ND FLOORPittsburgh, PA 15203-2348
Mailing Address2 Hot Metal St, 2nd FloorPittsburgh, PA 15203-2348
Fax(412) 432-7480
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 20, 2024
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 20, 2024
NPI 1306299680 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in PA · SP016323
2 HOT METAL ST, Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1256 New Castle Rd Ste CButler, PA 16001-2576 · Phone (724) 283-3627

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

Mrs. Kara Degonish Crnp 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 ID4284929514
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160825000178
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 5

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.
57 services54 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
16 services14 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) 87811
This is a test to detect COVID-19, the virus causing severe respiratory illness. It uses a method called immunoassay, which identifies the virus by its unique proteins. The test is directly observed for accuracy. It helps determine if you're currently infected.
16 services16 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
15 services15 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.
13 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15203 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
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
1%278 patients1/55-star benchmark: 87%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
99%2,309 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
0%271 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
26%2,069 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 291 patients
Patients totalRate: 1% · 291 patients
1%291 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Emergency Medicine
2 HOT METAL ST, ERMI QUANTUM ONE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15203
Counselor (Professional)
2 HOT METAL ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15203
Physician Assistant
2 HOT METAL ST, ERMI QUANTUM ONE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15203
Emergency Medicine
2 HOT METAL ST, ERMI QUANTUM ONE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15203
Social Worker
2 HOT METAL ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15203
Emergency Medicine
2 HOT METAL ST, ERMI QUANTUM ONE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15203
Emergency Medicine
2 HOT METAL ST, ERMI QUANTUM ONE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15203
Emergency Medicine
2 HOT METAL ST, ERMI QUANTUM ONE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15203

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 Degonish's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Degonish is 1306299680. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2016.

Where is Kara Degonish located?

Kara Degonish practices at 2 Hot Metal St 2nd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. The listed phone number is (412) 432-7738.

What is Kara Degonish's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Kara Degonish enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Degonish 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Degonish was last updated on September 20, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.