KIMBERLY GAIL ERNEST PA-C
NPI 1447592266
Physician Assistant in Portland, OR

Active since March 19, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.76/100
CMS Quality Rating
1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100, PORTLAND, OR 97220(503) 215-9900 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 22, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 22, 2021, Mar 9, 2021, Jan 15, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Kimberly Gail Ernest Pa-c NPPES

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

KIMBERLY GAIL ERNEST PA-C (NPI 1447592266) is an individual physician assistant in Portland, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (PA201320) and active in the NPI registry since March 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Providence Portland Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Oakland.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447592266
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameKIMBERLY GAIL ERNESTCredential: PA-C
Location Address1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100Portland, OR 97220-9437
Mailing AddressPo Box 3158Portland, OR 97208-3158 · (503) 215-6494
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMarch 19, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 22, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 22, 2021
NPI 1447592266 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in OR · PA201320
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.

Also ListedPhysician Assistant · SurgicalTaxonomy 363AS0400X · License PA22834 (CA)
1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100, Portland, OR 97220

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1275 W MacArthurOakland, CA 94611-5641 · Phone (510) 752-1000

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

Kimberly Gail Ernest 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 ID5890937775
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201203001880
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 4

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.
119 services115 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.
36 services36 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
31 services31 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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Providence Portland Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380061
Location4805 NE Glisan StreetPortland, OR 97213 · Multnomah County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97220 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
$90.51 typical visit price
range $58.99 – $176.88
Typical copayment $22.62 (range $14.74 – $44.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.28 typical visit price
range $19.32 – $144.79
Typical copayment $18.32 (range $4.83 – $36.19)
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.

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.

87.76/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85.17
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost74.03

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

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

Internal Medicine
1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100
PORTLAND, OR 97220
Physician Assistant
1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100
PORTLAND, OR 97220
Internal Medicine
1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100
PORTLAND, OR 97220
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100
PORTLAND, OR 97220
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100
PORTLAND, OR 97220
Family Medicine
1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100
PORTLAND, OR 97220
Physician Assistant
1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100
PORTLAND, OR 97220
Psychologist (Clinical)
1321 NE 99TH AVE STE 100
PORTLAND, OR 97220

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 Kimberly Ernest's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kimberly Ernest is 1447592266. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 19, 2013.

Where is Kimberly Ernest located?

Kimberly Ernest practices at 1321 NE 99th Ave Ste 100, Portland, OR 97220. The listed phone number is (503) 215-9900.

What is Kimberly Ernest's specialty?

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

Is Kimberly Ernest enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kimberly Ernest 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 Kimberly Ernest affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kimberly Ernest is affiliated with Providence Portland Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kimberly Ernest was last updated on July 22, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.