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DR. KEVIN CHRISTIAN HARNED MD
NPI 1457444853
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Hickory, NC

Active since September 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
45.89/100
CMS Quality Rating
1899 TATE BLVD SE # 2101, HICKORY, NC 28602(828) 327-7788(828) 327-0112 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 25, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Kevin Christian Harned Md NPPES

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

DR. KEVIN CHRISTIAN HARNED MD (NPI 1457444853) is an individual nephrology provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2017-02559) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Caldwell Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457444853
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. KEVIN CHRISTIAN HARNEDCredential: MD
Location Address1899 TATE BLVD SE # 2101Hickory, NC 28602-4200
Mailing Address1899 Tate Blvd Se # 2101Hickory, NC 28602-4200 · (828) 327-7788 · Fax (828) 327-0112
Phone(828) 327-7788
Fax(828) 327-0112
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateSeptember 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 25, 2018
✔ NPI 1457444853 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2017-02559✔ Licensed in KY · 38792
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
1899 TATE BLVD SE # 2101, Hickory, NC 28602
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee 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

Dr. Kevin Christian Harned 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 ID2961453287
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180509002344
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 10

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.

Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
205 services59 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
184 services68 patients
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.
93 services57 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.
54 services47 patients
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961
Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.
41 services24 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
29 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Caldwell Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lenoir, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340041
Location321 Mulberry St SWLenoir, NC 28645 · Caldwell County
Emergency services

North Carolina Baptist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340047
LocationMedical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem, NC 27157 · Forsyth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morganton, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340075
Location2201 S Sterling StMorganton, NC 28655 · Burke County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Frye Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340116
Location420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Catawba Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340143
Location810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28602 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

45.89/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality51.08
Improvement Activities0
Cost59.53

Reported Quality Measures

Controlling High Blood Pressure
64%212 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
78%116 patients1/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
98%666 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
0%239 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
16%335 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 89% · 191 patients
Patients screened: 100% · 191 patients
0%21 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 248 patients
Patients totalRate: 1% · 248 patients
1%248 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers22 claims2,040 services$0.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier22 claims3,780 services$0.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
2 suppliers25 claims25 services$17.70 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
2 suppliers28 claims28 services$12.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Kevin Harned's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kevin Harned is 1457444853. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 30, 2006.

Where is Kevin Harned located?

Kevin Harned practices at 1899 Tate Blvd SE # 2101, Hickory, NC 28602. The listed phone number is (828) 327-7788.

What is Kevin Harned's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Kevin Harned enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kevin Harned 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 Kevin Harned accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 1 other insurer list Kevin Harned 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 Kevin Harned affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kevin Harned is affiliated with Caldwell Memorial Hospital, North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc, Frye Regional Medical Center and Catawba Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kevin Harned was last updated on April 25, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.