KRIPA PATEL CHRISTIANSEN MD
NPI 1437312089
Anesthesiology in North Kansas City, MO

Active since July 03, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240, NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116(816) 691-2021(816) 346-7690 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 23, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 4, 2024, Nov 10, 2020, Sep 17, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Kripa Patel Christiansen Md NPPES

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

KRIPA PATEL CHRISTIANSEN MD (NPI 1437312089) is an individual anesthesiology provider in North Kansas City, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2016021056) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437312089
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameKRIPA PATEL CHRISTIANSENCredential: MD
Location Address2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240North Kansas City, MO 64116-3254
Mailing AddressPo Box 411895Kansas City, MO 64141-1895 · (913) 647-4100 · Fax (913) 258-2509
Fax(816) 346-7690
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 23, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 23, 2024
NPI 1437312089 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses Licensed in MO · 2016021056 Licensed in TX · P5610 Licensed in TN · 48745
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240, North Kansas City, MO 64116

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Kripa Jayanti Patel Md

Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid200074097MO
Medicaid300578027TN
Medicaid7100213600KY
Medicaid201229890AKS
OtherP02186493KS · Railroad

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

Kripa Patel Christiansen 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 ID7810143237
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180208002874
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
21 services21 patients
Continuous infusion of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) through catheter 64448
This procedure involves the slow, steady delivery of a medication into your thigh nerve. An anesthetic agent or steroid is used to manage pain or inflammation. It's a safe, effective way to deliver medication directly to the area that needs it.
19 services19 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.
15 services15 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
12 services12 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

North Kansas City Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · North Kansas City, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number260096
Location2800 Clay Edwards DriveNorth Kansas City, MO 64116 · Clay County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Nurse Practitioner
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Hospitalist
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Anesthesiology
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Hospitalist
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR STE 240
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116

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 Kripa Christiansen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kripa Christiansen is 1437312089. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2008. The provider is also known as Kripa Jayanti Patel MD.

Where is Kripa Christiansen located?

Kripa Christiansen practices at 2700 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 240, North Kansas City, MO 64116. The listed phone number is (816) 691-2021.

What is Kripa Christiansen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Kripa Christiansen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kripa Christiansen 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 Kripa Christiansen accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City list Kripa Christiansen 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 Kripa Christiansen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kripa Christiansen is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kripa Christiansen was last updated on February 23, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.