KAREN J FRESHWATER PA-C
NPI 1467685982
Physician Assistant - Medical in Kalamazoo, MI

Q: What is Karen Freshwater's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Freshwater is 1467685982. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 1, 2009. The provider is also known as Karen J Barstow.

Q: What is Karen Freshwater's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Medical, with taxonomy code 363AM0700X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Freshwater was last updated on November 27, 2023. 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.

Active since September 01, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

84.88/100

CMS Quality Rating

601 JOHN ST, SUITE M124, KALAMAZOO, MI 49007(269) 341-7500(269) 341-7540 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Karen J Freshwater Pa-c NPPES

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

KAREN J FRESHWATER PA-C (NPI 1467685982) is an individual medical provider in Kalamazoo, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (5601005575) and active in the NPI registry since September 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467685982

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363AM0700X

Provider Legal NameKAREN J FRESHWATERCredential: PA-C

Location Address601 JOHN ST, SUITE M124Kalamazoo, MI 49007-5341

Mailing Address601 John St, Suite M124Kalamazoo, MI 49007-5341 · (269) 341-7500 · Fax (269) 341-7540

Phone(269) 341-7500

Fax(269) 341-7540

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateSeptember 1, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 27, 2023

NPPES CertifiedOctober 7, 2020

✔ NPI 1467685982 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · MedicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363AM0700X

License✔ Licensed in MI · 5601005575

601 JOHN ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Karen J Barstow

Other Identifiers 2

Other1417961137MI · Bcbsm

Medicaid1467685982MI

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, Priority Health.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

Karen J Freshwater 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 ID42350027

PECOS Enrollment IDI20091223000223

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 3

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 high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 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.

92 services64 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.

74 services61 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.

27 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Bronson Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kalamazoo, MI

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number230017

Location601 John StreetKalamazoo, MI 49007 · Kalamazoo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bronson Battle Creek Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Battle Creek, MI

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number230075

Location300 North AvenueBattle Creek, MI 49017 · Calhoun County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bronson South Haven Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · South Haven, MI

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number230085

Location955 S Bailey AveSouth Haven, MI 49090 · Van Buren County

Emergency services

Borgess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kalamazoo, MI

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number230117

Location1521 Gull RoadKalamazoo, MI 49048 · Kalamazoo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bronson Lakeview Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Paw Paw, MI

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number231332

Location408 Hazen StreetPaw Paw, MI 49079 · Van Buren County

Emergency services

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.

84.88/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

81.29

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

68.32

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.

DR. AMANDA KEATING WALKER D.O.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

601 JOHN ST, SUITE N1200
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7979

ANDREW W. WALKER MD

Emergency Medicine

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (847) 404-6853

JUSTINE MELODIE OUDSEMA PA-C

Physician Assistant

601 JOHN ST, BOX 74
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-8481

OCHUKO ANDREW OGHOR CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (239) 341-7654

MARK J TIESZEN MD

Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)

601 JOHN ST, SUITE M-510
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7762

DR. ERIC S SHAY M.D.

Internal Medicine

601 JOHN ST, SUITE M-170
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 381-5060

EVGENIIA MORLEY RD

Dietitian, Registered

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAROO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-6615

SELECT HOSPITALISTS, PLLC

Internal Medicine

601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7100

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 Karen Freshwater's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Freshwater is 1467685982. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 1, 2009. The provider is also known as Karen J Barstow.

Where is Karen Freshwater located?

Karen Freshwater practices at 601 John St Suite M124, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. The listed phone number is (269) 341-7500.

What is Karen Freshwater's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Medical, with taxonomy code 363AM0700X.

Is Karen Freshwater enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Freshwater 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 Karen Freshwater accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and Priority Health list Karen Freshwater 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 Karen Freshwater affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Freshwater is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Bronson South Haven Hospital, Borgess Medical Center and Bronson Lakeview Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Freshwater was last updated on November 27, 2023. 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.