DR. KARA ANN KENNEDY D.O.
NPI 1386807469
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Lexington, KY

Q: What is Kara Kennedy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Kennedy is 1386807469. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2008. The provider is also known as Dr. Kara Ann Kennedy Fister D.O..

Q: What is Kara Kennedy's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Kennedy was last updated on April 27, 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 July 08, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

740 S LIMESTONE, J 401, LEXINGTON, KY 40536(859) 323-5661(859) 257-4999 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 27, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 27, 2022, Feb 14, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Kara Ann Kennedy D.o. NPPES

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

DR. KARA ANN KENNEDY D.O. (NPI 1386807469) is an individual neurology provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (03423) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ephraim Mcdowell Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Pikeville, Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Med (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386807469

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X

Provider Legal NameDR. KARA ANN KENNEDYCredential: D.O.

Location Address740 S LIMESTONE, J 401Lexington, KY 40536-0284

Mailing Address740 S Limestone, J 401Lexington, KY 40536-0284 · (859) 323-5661 · Fax (859) 257-4999

Phone(859) 323-5661

Fax(859) 257-4999

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pikeville, Kentucky College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated 2006

Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateApril 27, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 27, 2022

✔ NPI 1386807469 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084N0400X

License✔ Licensed in KY · 03423

Definition

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

740 S LIMESTONE, Lexington, KY 40536

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Kara Ann Kennedy Fister D.o.

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid7100174920KY

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

Dr. Kara Ann Kennedy D.o. 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 ID4587795745

PECOS Enrollment IDI20111117000416

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 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.

79 services44 patients

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.

47 services30 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.

37 services36 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

26 services23 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.

26 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Ephraim Mcdowell Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Danville, KY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180048

Location217 South Third StreetDanville, KY 40422 · Boyle County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Kentucky Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number180067

Location800 Rose StreetLexington, KY 40536 · Fayette County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40536 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

$122.77 typical visit price

range $52.76 – $162.27

Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.94 typical visit price

range $16.53 – $131.99

Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)

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.

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.

100/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier13 claims13 services$16.25 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier13 claims13 services$84.37 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

DR. ELIZABETH BROWN AUTRY PHARMD

Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)

740 S LIMESTONE
LEXINGTON, KY 40536

Fayette County (859) 218-2509

KHALID HAIKAL DO

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

740 S LIMESTONE
LEXINGTON, KY 40536

Fayette County (859) 323-5661

MARK A ETSCHEIDT PHD

Psychologist (Clinical)

740 S LIMESTONE
LEXINGTON, KY 40536

Fayette County (859) 323-5956

MICHAEL HAN YOUNG MD

Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)

740 S LIMESTONE
LEXINGTON, KY 40536

Fayette County (859) 323-5544

MR. DAVID ANTHONY BRAJUHA ATC

Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)

740 S LIMESTONE, SUITE K401, KY CLINIC
LEXINGTON, KY 40536

Fayette County (859) 323-5533

MS. MARGARET GRACE AU MBE, MS, CGC

Genetic Counselor, MS

740 S LIMESTONE
LEXINGTON, KY 40536

Fayette County (859) 218-1795

ALEXANDRIA DULAY

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)

740 S LIMESTONE
LEXINGTON, KY 40536

Fayette County (859) 257-8992

KITTYE R ROBERTS ARNP

Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)

740 S LIMESTONE
LEXINGTON, KY 40536

Fayette County (859) 323-5981

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 Kara Kennedy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Kennedy is 1386807469. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2008. The provider is also known as Dr. Kara Ann Kennedy Fister D.O..

Where is Kara Kennedy located?

Kara Kennedy practices at 740 S Limestone J 401, Lexington, KY 40536. The listed phone number is (859) 323-5661.

What is Kara Kennedy's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Kara Kennedy enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Kennedy 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.

Is Kara Kennedy affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kara Kennedy is affiliated with Ephraim Mcdowell Regional Medical Center and University Of Kentucky Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Kennedy was last updated on April 27, 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.