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IRENE S KAZMERS MD
NPI 1437113032
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Petoskey, MI

Active since April 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3280 WOODS WAY, PETOSKEY, MI 49770(231) 348-3800(877) 529-6854 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 31, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Irene S Kazmers Md NPPES

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

IRENE S KAZMERS MD (NPI 1437113032) is an individual rheumatology provider in Petoskey, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301041105) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Alpena, and is a graduate of University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine (1976).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437113032
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameIRENE S KAZMERSCredential: MD
Location Address3280 WOODS WAYPetoskey, MI 49770-8105
Mailing Address3280 Woods WayPetoskey, MI 49770-8105 · (231) 348-3800 · Fax (877) 529-6854
Phone(231) 348-3800
Fax(877) 529-6854
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated 1976
Enumeration DateApril 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 31, 2011
✔ NPI 1437113032 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301041105
Definition

An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.

3280 WOODS WAY, Petoskey, MI 49770
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Irene S Ueyama Md

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedON96470MI
Medicare UPINA14964MI
Medicaid104627337MI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, McLaren Health Plan Community and more.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

Irene S Kazmers Md 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 ID1153397708
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040907000182
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 7

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, 40-54 minutes 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.
162 services88 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
91 services62 patients
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg J1030
Methylprednisolone acetate is a medication given through an injection. It's a type of corticosteroid, which reduces inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat various conditions like arthritis, allergies, and skin diseases. This dose is 40 mg.
84 services34 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
45 services36 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
22 services14 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint using ultrasound guidance 20604
This procedure involves using ultrasound to accurately locate a small joint. A needle is then carefully inserted to remove fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. This can help diagnose or treat joint issues. It's generally safe and minimally invasive.
19 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Mymichigan Medical Center Alpena

Acute Care Hospitals · Alpena, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number230036
Location1501 W Chisholm StAlpena, MI 49707 · Alpena County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cadillac, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number230081
Location400 Hobart StCadillac, MI 49601 · Wexford County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Munson Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Traverse City, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230097
Location1105 Sixth StreetTraverse City, MI 49684 · Grand Traverse County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mclaren Northern Michigan

Acute Care Hospitals · Petoskey, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230105
Location416 Connable AvePetoskey, MI 49770 · Emmet County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Charlevoix Area Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Charlevoix, MI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number231322
Location14700 Lakeshore DriveCharlevoix, MI 49720 · Charlevoix County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49770 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
$126.15 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
1%966 patients1/55-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.
99%3,066 patients4/55-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.
91%4,575 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
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…
42%381 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
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.
97%278 patients4/55-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.
22%1,878 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
22%1,866 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
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
Patients screenedForUse: 99% · 1,864 patients
Patients tobacco: 2% · 43 patients
92%921 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
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…
66%1,876 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age
Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis
15%520 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
37%1,876 patients2/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
18%1,876 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

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

NORTHERN MICHIGAN RHEUMATOLOGY PC
Clinic/Center (Health Service)
3280 WOODS WAY, SUITE 1
PETOSKEY, MI 49770
Emmet County (231) 995-4902

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 Irene Kazmers's NPI number?

The NPI number for Irene Kazmers is 1437113032. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2006.

Where is Irene Kazmers located?

Irene Kazmers practices at 3280 Woods Way, Petoskey, MI 49770. The listed phone number is (231) 348-3800.

What is Irene Kazmers's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Irene Kazmers enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Irene Kazmers 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 Irene Kazmers 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 Irene Kazmers 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 Irene Kazmers affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Irene Kazmers is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Alpena, Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital, Munson Medical Center, Mclaren Northern Michigan and Charlevoix Area Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Irene Kazmers was last updated on March 31, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.