KARI ANN ALVARADO PA-C
NPI 1366832156
Physician Assistant in Grand Rapids, MI

Active since January 31, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
426 MICHIGAN ST NE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503(616) 267-7888(616) 267-7390 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 24, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 24, 2021, Feb 1, 2021, Feb 29, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Kari Ann Alvarado Pa-c NPPES

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

KARI ANN ALVARADO PA-C (NPI 1366832156) is an individual physician assistant in Grand Rapids, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (5601007618) and active in the NPI registry since January 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Spectrum Health, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1366832156
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameKARI ANN ALVARADOCredential: PA-C
Location Address426 MICHIGAN ST NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503-5609
Mailing Address100 Michigan St Ne, Mc 845Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2560 · (616) 486-6790 · Fax (616) 486-6702
Fax(616) 267-7390
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJanuary 31, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 24, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 24, 2021
NPI 1366832156 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in MI · 5601007618
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
426 MICHIGAN ST NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Accepted 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

Kari Ann Alvarado Pa-c 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 ID8426375460
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160113001653
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 2

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.
24 services22 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.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Spectrum Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Grand Rapids, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230038
Location100 Michigan St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503 · Kent County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49503 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
$84.74 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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.

Family Medicine
426 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Nurse Practitioner
426 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Advanced Practice Midwife
426 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
426 MICHIGAN ST NE, SUITE 101
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Family Medicine
426 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Obstetrics & Gynecology
426 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Physician Assistant (Medical)
426 MICHIGAN ST NE, SUITE 201
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
426 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503

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 Kari Alvarado's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kari Alvarado is 1366832156. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 31, 2015.

Where is Kari Alvarado located?

Kari Alvarado practices at 426 Michigan St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. The listed phone number is (616) 267-7888.

What is Kari Alvarado's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Kari Alvarado enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kari Alvarado 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 Kari Alvarado accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, McLaren Health Plan Community and Priority Health list Kari Alvarado 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 Kari Alvarado affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kari Alvarado is affiliated with Spectrum Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kari Alvarado was last updated on February 24, 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.