DR. KAITLYN MARIE KENNEDY AUD
NPI 1447600424
Audiologist in Saint Louis, MO
NPI Status: Active since June 21, 2016
Contact Information
621 S NEW BALLAS RD STE 385A
SAINT LOUIS, MO
ZIP 63141
Phone: (314) 251-5850
- Individual
- Female
- Audiologist
About KAITLYN KENNEDY
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Kaitlyn Kennedy, a provider established in Saint Louis, Missouri with a medical specialization in Audiologist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1447600424 assigned on June 2016. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 231H00000X with license number 2016019652 (MO). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 2 years ago.
- NPI
- 1447600424
- Provider Name
- DR. KAITLYN MARIE KENNEDY AUD
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 621 S NEW BALLAS RD STE 385A SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
- Location Phone
- (314) 251-5850
- Mailing Address
- 621 S NEW BALLAS RD STE 385A SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
- Mailing Phone
- (314) 251-5850
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-21-2016
- Last Update Date
- 01-29-2024
- Code Navigator
Audiologists like Kaitlyn Kennedy are experts in diagnosing issues related to various parts of the ear, including the outer, middle, and inner ear. They can identify conditions like vertigo, balance issues, hearing loss, and tinnitus, offering treatments based on a patient’s specific condition and severity. These specialists use specialized equipment to assess the cause and extent of hearing impairments, employing tools like audiometers to evaluate the range of frequencies and volumes a person can hear. In addition, audiologists counsel patients and their families, providing advice on managing and adapting to hearing loss.
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 482A
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 251-5850
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Audiologist
- Taxonomy Code
- 231H00000X
- Type
- Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
- License No.
- 2016019652
- License State
- MO
- Taxonomy Description
- (1) A specialist in evaluation, habilitation and rehabilitation of those whose communication disorders center in whole or in part in hearing function. Audiologists are autonomous professionals who identify, assess, and manage disorders of the auditory, balance and other neural systems. Audiologists provide audiological (aural) rehabilitation to children and adults across the entire age span. Audiologists select, fit and dispense amplification systems such as hearing aids and related devices. (2) An audiologist is a person qualified by a master's degree in audiology, licensed by the state, where applicable, and practicing within the scope of that license. Audiologists evaluate and treat patients with impaired hearing. They plan, direct and conduct rehabilitative programs with audiotry substitutional devises (hearing aids) and other therapy.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 231H00000X | Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers | Audiologist | 81003 (TX) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1447600424 | MEDICAID (05) | MO |
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Analysis and reprogramming of inner ear implant (7 years or older)
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test
Evaluation and testing for balance with recording
Evaluation of hearing function related to surgically implanted hearing device, first hour
Test for abnormal eye movement using 3 positions with recording
Test for abnormal eye movement using a rotating chair
Test for abnormal eye movement with recording
Test to assess balance during warm and cool irrigation in both ears
Test to assess electrical potentials generated in the inner ear as a result of sound stimulation
Test to assess middle ear function
An analysis and reprogramming of an inner ear implant involves checking the device's performance and adjusting its settings for optimal hearing. This non-invasive procedure helps ensure the implant continues to meet the patient's hearing needs.
This service was performed 24 times for 15 patientsA comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.
This service was performed 135 times for 120 patientsThis procedure involves a series of evaluations and tests to analyze your balance. Recordings are made to track your performance, helping identify any issues. This aids in determining the best treatment for any balance disorders you may have.
This service was performed 30 times for 30 patientsThis procedure assesses how well your surgically implanted hearing device is working. It involves a series of tests conducted over an hour to measure your hearing ability and device performance. It's a crucial step in ensuring your hearing health.
This service was performed 30 times for 29 patientsThis test checks for unusual eye movements. You'll be asked to look in three different directions while a device records your eye movements. It helps identify any eye muscle or nerve issues. It's non-invasive and painless.
This service was performed 45 times for 35 patientsA rotating chair test helps doctors assess balance issues. You'll sit in a motorized chair that spins at controlled speeds. As the chair moves, your eye movements are monitored to identify any irregularities, which can indicate balance disorders.
This service was performed 20 times for 19 patientsThis procedure checks for unusual eye movement. It involves recording your eye movements while you follow a light or object with your eyes. This helps identify any issues with how your eyes move or focus, aiding in the diagnosis of certain conditions.
This service was performed 23 times for 20 patientsThis is a test called caloric stimulation, used to check your balance function. During this procedure, warm and cool water are gently introduced into your ears. Your eye movements are then observed, as they can indicate issues with balance or inner ear function.
This service was performed 33 times for 33 patientsThis test, known as an auditory brainstem response test, checks how your inner ear responds to sound. It measures the electrical signals your ear sends to your brain when it hears a noise. It's a simple, non-invasive procedure that helps identify hearing issues.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsA test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1447600424, we treat the final digit (4) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 56. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 56 = 4).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 56 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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The following 2 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1447600424, enumerated as an "individual" on June 21, 2016.
The provider is located at 621 S NEW BALLAS RD STE 385A SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141 and the phone number is (314) 251-5850.
Audiologist with taxonomy code 231H00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
