HEATHER POUPORE-KING PHD
NPI 1326274176
Psychiatry & Neurology - Pain Medicine in Redwood City, CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Heather Poupore-king is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Heather Poupore-king is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging and Durable Medical Equipment (DME).

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• PECOS PAC ID: 3971752924

  What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
  A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

• PECOS Enrollment ID: I20121005000642

  What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
  The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

• Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

  What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
  When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
  A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): No

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: No

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by single standardized instrument via electronic platform with automated result

This process involves taking a psychological or neuropsychological test online using a standardized tool. The test measures your cognitive functions and mental health. The results are generated automatically, providing immediate insights into your psychological or neurological status.

This service was performed 21 times for 21 patients

Assessment of health behavior

Assessment of health behavior is a process where your daily habits and lifestyle choices are evaluated. This includes your diet, exercise, sleep patterns, and stress management. The goal is to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies for healthier habits.

This service was performed 16 times for 16 patients

Evaluation of psychological test, each additional hour

This service involves additional hours spent on assessing psychological tests. It helps to understand your mental health better, identifying any potential issues or disorders. It's a crucial step in creating an effective treatment plan.

This service was performed 41 times for 21 patients

Evaluation of psychological test, first hour

This procedure involves a professional assessing your mental health using standardized tests. It's the initial hour of a process that helps understand your emotional well-being and cognitive abilities. It's completely non-invasive and confidential.

This service was performed 21 times for 21 patients

Extended patient service without direct patient contact, first hour

Extended patient service without direct contact refers to a healthcare service where professionals spend time reviewing your health records, consulting with other providers, or planning your care without you being present, for the first hour.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

Treatment of behavior impacting health in group setting, each additional 30 minutes

This treatment involves group sessions aimed at addressing behaviors impacting health. Each additional half-hour allows for deeper exploration of these behaviors and learning new strategies for change. It's a supportive environment for shared learning and growth.

This service was performed 297 times for 13 patients

Treatment of behavior impacting health in group setting, initial 30 minutes

This is a group therapy session focusing on behaviors that affect health. In the initial 30 minutes, individuals share experiences and learn strategies to manage these behaviors. It's a supportive, confidential environment for personal growth and change.

This service was performed 64 times for 13 patients

Treatment of behavior impacting health, each additional 15 minutes

This procedure involves therapeutic interventions to help manage behaviors that may negatively affect your health. Each additional 15-minute session is designed to further assist in developing healthier habits and coping mechanisms.

This service was performed 148 times for 19 patients

Treatment of behavior impacting health, initial 30 minutes

This service involves a healthcare professional working with you for 30 minutes to address behaviors that are negatively affecting your health. They will help you understand and modify these behaviors, improving your overall well-being.

This service was performed 113 times for 21 patients

Overall MIPS Quality Performance

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 76.5, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.

• Final Score: 76.5 out of 100

  The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.
  
  

• Quality Score: 74.31

  The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.
  
  

• Promoting Interoperability Score: 100

  The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data.

• Improvement Activities Score: 40

  The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores.

• Cost Score: 43.95

  The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
  
  Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

• Cost Score: 43.95

  The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
  
  Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

Reviews for HEATHER POUPORE-KING PHD

There are currently no reviews for this provider. Be the first person to share your experience with this provider by filling out our review form. Your insights are appreciated and will help others make informed decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions