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GRETCHEN L DUNFORD DO
NPI 1356637037
Surgery in Colby, KS

Active since June 21, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.28/100
CMS Quality Rating
100 E COLLEGE DR, COLBY, KS 67701(785) 462-7511(785) 460-1490 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 18, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Gretchen L Dunford Do NPPES

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

GRETCHEN L DUNFORD DO (NPI 1356637037) is an individual surgery provider in Colby, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (05-38968) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Luke's South Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Madison Heights.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356637037
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameGRETCHEN L DUNFORDCredential: DO
Location Address100 E COLLEGE DRColby, KS 67701-3799
Mailing Address100 E College DrColby, KS 67701-3799 · (785) 462-7511 · Fax (785) 460-1490
Phone(785) 462-7511
Fax(785) 460-1490
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSKansas City University Of Med & Biosciences, College Of Osteo MedGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 18, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMarch 18, 2021
✔ NPI 1356637037 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in KS · 05-38968✔ Licensed in MI · 5101019467
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
100 E COLLEGE DR, Colby, KS 67701
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 127483 Dequindre Rd, Suite 301Madison Heights, MI 48071-3491 · Phone (248) 546-2600

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, HealthPartners, Medica.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

Gretchen L Dunford Do 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 ID8628367778
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231103001242
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 6

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 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.
121 services71 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.
67 services67 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
44 services29 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
18 services18 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.
16 services15 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.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Saint Luke's South Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Overland Park, KS
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number170185
Location12300 Metcalf AvenueOverland Park, KS 66213 · Johnson County
Emergency services

Allen County Regional Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Iola, KS
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number171373
Location3066 North Kentucky StreetIola, KS 66749 · Allen County
Emergency services

St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, MO
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260138
Location4401 Wornall RoadKansas City, MO 64111 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Luke's East Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lees Summit, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260216
Location100 N E Saint Luke's BoulevardLees Summit, MO 64086 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hedrick Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Chillicothe, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number261321
Location2799 North Washington StreetChillicothe, MO 64601 · Livingston County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 67701 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
$81.98 typical visit price
range $53.00 – $161.67
Typical copayment $20.49 (range $13.25 – $40.41)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.40 typical visit price
range $16.88 – $132.11
Typical copayment $16.60 (range $4.22 – $33.02)
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.

77.28/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.71
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.58

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.

HEALTHONE CLINIC SERVICES - ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALISTS LLC
Orthopaedic Surgery
100 E COLLEGE DR
COLBY, KS 67701
Thomas County (785) 462-7511
CHRISTOPHER CARROLL
Pharmacist
100 E COLLEGE DR
COLBY, KS 67701
Thomas County (785) 462-7511
MEIER CLINICS OF COLORADO, P.C.
Counselor (Professional)
100 E COLLEGE DR, CITIZENS MEDICAL CENTER
COLBY, KS 67701
Thomas County (972) 437-4698
LENTZ FAMILY GROUP CORP
Emergency Medicine
100 E COLLEGE DR
COLBY, KS 67701
Thomas County (877) 625-9232
RACHEL E. SCHIFERL RD
Dietitian, Registered
100 E COLLEGE DR
COLBY, KS 67701
Thomas County (785) 462-7511
JANETTE MARIE BURBACH RDN LDN CDE
Dietitian, Registered
100 E COLLEGE DR
COLBY, KS 67701
Thomas County (785) 460-1430
MARTHA JANE COLLINS RD LD
Dietitian, Registered
100 E COLLEGE DR
COLBY, KS 67701
Thomas County (785) 460-8489
CALLIE KRAJEWSKI OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
100 E COLLEGE DR
COLBY, KS 67701
Thomas County (785) 953-0235

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 Gretchen Dunford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gretchen Dunford is 1356637037. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2011.

Where is Gretchen Dunford located?

Gretchen Dunford practices at 100 E College Dr, Colby, KS 67701. The listed phone number is (785) 462-7511.

What is Gretchen Dunford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Gretchen Dunford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gretchen Dunford 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 Gretchen Dunford accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, HealthPartners and Medica list Gretchen Dunford 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 Gretchen Dunford affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gretchen Dunford is affiliated with Saint Luke's South Hospital, Allen County Regional Hospital, St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City, Saint Luke's East Hospital and Hedrick Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gretchen Dunford was last updated on March 18, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.