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JOOST LAWRENCE KNOPS M.D.
NPI 1356334387
Otolaryngology in Bellingham, WA

Active since August 24, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
89.72/100
CMS Quality Rating
2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, STE 203, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225(360) 733-0640(360) 733-1034 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 5, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Joost Lawrence Knops M.d. NPPES

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

JOOST LAWRENCE KNOPS M.D. (NPI 1356334387) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Bellingham, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00031678) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Washington School Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356334387
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameJOOST LAWRENCE KNOPSCredential: M.D.
Location Address2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, STE 203Bellingham, WA 98225-1892
Mailing Address2940 Squalicum Pkwy, Ste 203Bellingham, WA 98225-1892 · (360) 733-0640 · Fax (360) 733-1034
Phone(360) 733-0640
Fax(360) 733-1034
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateAugust 24, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 5, 2021
NPPES CertifiedApril 5, 2021
✔ NPI 1356334387 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00031678
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Also ListedOral & Maxillofacial SurgeryTaxonomy 204E00000X · License MD00031678 (WA)
2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, Bellingham, WA 98225
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid8154676WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Joost Lawrence Knops M.d. 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 ID7113814328
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100902001125
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 10

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 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.
156 services120 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.
100 services78 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
79 services79 patients
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope 31231
A diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope is a non-invasive procedure. A small, flexible tube with a light and camera at the end, called an endoscope, is inserted into the nose. This allows the doctor to view the nasal passages and sinuses, helping to identify any issues.
65 services41 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
65 services65 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
58 services44 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Joseph Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bellingham, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number500030
Location2901 Squalicum ParkwayBellingham, WA 98225 · Whatcom County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98225 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

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.

89.72/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.44
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Acute Otitis Externa (AOE): Systemic Antimicrobial Therapy - Avoidance of Inappropriate Use
Percentage of patients aged 2 years and older with a diagnosis of AOE who were not prescribed systemic antimicrobial therapy
91%23 patients
Acute Otitis Externa (AOE): Topical Therapy
Percentage of patients aged 2 years and older with a diagnosis of AOE who were prescribed topical preparations
65%23 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
8%2,061 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
66%1,385 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
1%68 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
44%1,190 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
87%1,869 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
9%33 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
86%1,869 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
The percentage of adolescents 12 to 20 years of age with a primary care visit during the measurement year for whom tobacco use status was documented and received help with quitting if identified as a tobacco user
94%142 patients
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 14

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

WALK IN HEALTH CLINIC
Clinic/Center
2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, SUITE 205
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Whatcom County (360) 734-2330
DAVID ERIK OLSON M.D.
Otolaryngology
2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, SUITE 203
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Whatcom County (360) 733-0640
ROBERT F HARRIS M.D.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, STE 203
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Whatcom County (360) 733-0640
DR. JASON C LICHTENBERGER MD
Otolaryngology
2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, #203
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Whatcom County (802) 847-4535
PACIFIC DIABETES AND WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY PS
Surgery
2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, SUITE 101
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Whatcom County (360) 671-9877
PARKWAY GENERAL SURGEONS
Specialist
2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, SUITE 204
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Whatcom County (360) 733-0070
DR. ANDREW CHRISTOPHER VERNEUIL MD
Otolaryngology
2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, #203
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Whatcom County (949) 364-4361
PARKWAY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
2940 SQUALICUM PKWY, SUITE 204
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Whatcom County (360) 733-0070

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 Joost Knops's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joost Knops is 1356334387. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 24, 2005.

Where is Joost Knops located?

Joost Knops practices at 2940 Squalicum Pkwy Ste 203, Bellingham, WA 98225. The listed phone number is (360) 733-0640.

What is Joost Knops's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Joost Knops enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joost Knops 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 Joost Knops accept?

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

According to CMS data, Joost Knops is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joost Knops was last updated on April 5, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.