KARA HODGES BOX CRNP
NPI 1417426958
Nurse Practitioner in Hattiesburg, MS

Active since November 14, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3 THOMPSON PARK, HATTIESBURG, MS 39401(601) 579-3130(601) 579-5240 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 6, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 6, 2025, Oct 31, 2023, Jan 5, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Kara Hodges Box Crnp NPPES

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

KARA HODGES BOX CRNP (NPI 1417426958) is an individual nurse practitioner in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (902334) and active in the NPI registry since November 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with South Central Reg Med Ctr, and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417426958
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameKARA HODGES BOXCredential: CRNP
Location Address3 THOMPSON PARKHattiesburg, MS 39401-8202
Mailing Address415 S 28th AveHattiesburg, MS 39401-7246 · (601) 579-5210 · Fax (601) 579-5240
Fax(601) 579-5240
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateNovember 14, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 6, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 6, 2025
NPI 1417426958 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License Licensed in MS · 902334
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
Also ListedNurse Practitioner · FamilyTaxonomy 363LF0000X · License 1-165268 (AL)
3 THOMPSON PARK, Hattiesburg, MS 39401

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

Kara Hodges Box Crnp 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 ID4183964588
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230215003095
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 3

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.
140 services103 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.
65 services65 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.
14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

South Central Reg Med Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Laurel, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250058
Location1220 Jefferson St Box 607Laurel, MS 39440 · Jones County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Forrest General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hattiesburg, MS
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250078
Location6051 Us Highway 49 SouthHattiesburg, MS 39404 · Forrest County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39401 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
$80.50 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $20.12 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$92.20 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

Dermatology
3 THOMPSON PARK
HATTIESBURG, MS 39401
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3 THOMPSON PARK
HATTIESBURG, MS 39401
Dermatology
3 THOMPSON PARK
HATTIESBURG, MS 39401
Nurse Practitioner
3 THOMPSON PARK
HATTIESBURG, MS 39401
Dermatology
3 THOMPSON PARK
HATTIESBURG, MS 39401
Physician Assistant
3 THOMPSON PARK
HATTIESBURG, MS 39401

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 Box's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Box is 1417426958. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 14, 2018.

Where is Kara Box located?

Kara Box practices at 3 Thompson Park, Hattiesburg, MS 39401. The listed phone number is (601) 579-3130.

What is Kara Box's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Kara Box enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Box 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 Kara Box accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Kara Box 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 Kara Box affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kara Box is affiliated with South Central Reg Med Ctr and Forrest General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Box was last updated on October 6, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 months 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.