KATHERINE ELIZABETH HORTON ALTAHIF MD
NPI 1346777356
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Waco, TX

Q: What is Katherine Altahif's NPI number?

The NPI number for Katherine Altahif is 1346777356. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 22, 2017. The provider is also known as Katherine Elizabeth Horton MD.

Q: What is Katherine Altahif's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Katherine Altahif was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since May 22, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100 HILLCREST MEDICAL BLVD, WACO, TX 76712(254) 202-2000(254) 202-5651 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Jan 24, 2022, Jan 3, 2022 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Katherine Elizabeth Horton Altahif Md NPPES

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

KATHERINE ELIZABETH HORTON ALTAHIF MD (NPI 1346777356) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Waco, Texas, licensed in Texas (S0691) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest, and maintains a secondary practice location in Waco.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346777356

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X

Provider Legal NameKATHERINE ELIZABETH HORTON ALTAHIFCredential: MD

Location Address100 HILLCREST MEDICAL BLVDWaco, TX 76712-8897

Mailing AddressPo Box 848491Dallas, TX 75284-8491 · (254) 202-9330 · Fax (254) 202-9349

Phone(254) 202-2000

Fax(254) 202-5651

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 2017

Enumeration DateMay 22, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20226 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 24, 2022

✔ NPI 1346777356 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207QH0002X

License✔ Licensed in TX · S0691

Definition

A family medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License S0691 (TX)

100 HILLCREST MEDICAL BLVD, Waco, TX 76712

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Katherine Elizabeth Horton Md

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11600 Providence DrWaco, TX 76707-2261 · Phone (254) 313-4200 · Fax (254) 313-4531

Accepted Insurance

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

Katherine Elizabeth Horton Altahif 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 ID4789002809

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200922000405

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.

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.

116 services71 patients

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.

100 services46 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

64 services61 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

32 services30 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

27 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest

Acute Care Hospitals · Waco, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450101

Location100 Hillcrest Medical BlvdWaco, TX 76712 · Mc Lennan County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76712 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

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

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

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