KELLY TANKARD M.D.
NPI 1467807503
Anesthesiology in Kansas City, KS

Q: What is Kelly Tankard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kelly Tankard is 1467807503. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 26, 2016.

Q: What is Kelly Tankard's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kelly Tankard was last updated on March 26, 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.

Active since April 26, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3901 RAINBOW BLVD, KANSAS CITY, KS 66160(913) 588-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 26, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 1, 2020, May 12, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Kelly Tankard M.d. NPPES

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

KELLY TANKARD M.D. (NPI 1467807503) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Kansas City, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (04-48826) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467807503

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameKELLY TANKARDCredential: M.D.

Location Address3901 RAINBOW BLVDKansas City, KS 66160-8500

Mailing Address3901 Rainbow BlvdKansas City, KS 66160-8500 · (913) 588-5000

Phone(913) 588-5000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)Graduated 2016

Enumeration DateApril 26, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 26, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 26, 2024

✔ NPI 1467807503 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in KS · 04-48826✔ Licensed in MA · 277682

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.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

3901 RAINBOW BLVD, Kansas City, KS 66160

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 155 Fruit StBoston, MA 02114-2621 · Phone (617) 726-2000

Location 275 Francis StBoston, MA 02115-6110 · Phone (913) 963-5116

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kelly Tankard M.d. 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 ID6103110622

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240418002577

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Kelly Tankard reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Kansas University Physicians Inc

0.2 mi

Obstetrics & Gynecology

4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
Kansas City, KS 66160

Reassigned Medicare billing, Kansas enrollment
2,139 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1053457978 (913) 588-1227

Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc

1,251 mi

Internal Medicine

75 FRANCIS ST
Boston, MA 02115

Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
4,574 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033535497 (617) 732-5500

The General Hospital Corporation

1,253 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

55 FRUIT ST, BULFINCH 360
Boston, MA 02114

Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
6,234 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1023049236 (617) 726-2000

Massachusetts General Physicians Organization Inc

1,253 mi

Dermatology

55 FRUIT ST, BUL 2
Boston, MA 02114

Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
6,360 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1801874573 (617) 724-0287

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

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.

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.

66 services62 patients

Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556

This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.

36 services34 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.

34 services33 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels 00560

Anesthesia for heart and large blood vessel procedures involves using medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). It helps ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

32 services32 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537

Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.

29 services29 patients

Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312

This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.

24 services23 patients

Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers, follow-up 93321

This procedure, an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create images of your heart. It aids in assessing your heart's blood flow, chambers, and valves. It's a follow-up procedure, ensuring that your heart is functioning properly post-treatment.

24 services23 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325

An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It shows the structure, movement, and blood flow within your heart. This helps assess the heart's health and function, including the valves and rate.

24 services23 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest 01926

Anesthesia is given before an x-ray of the brain, heart, or chest artery to ensure comfort and stillness. It helps to eliminate discomfort or pain during the procedure. It's administered by a trained professional, ensuring a safe and smooth procedure.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels using heart-lung machine (1 year or older) 00562

This procedure involves administering anesthesia to ensure comfort and safety during heart or large blood vessel operations. A heart-lung machine is used to take over the heart's function, allowing the surgeon to work on a still heart. Suitable for individuals aged 1 year and older.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on chest with 1 lung inflated 00541

This procedure involves using anesthesia to ensure you feel no pain during a chest procedure where only one lung is inflated. It's a specialized technique that allows doctors to operate on one lung while the other continues to provide oxygen.

11 services11 patients

Anesthesia for heart artery bypass grafting on heart-lung machine 00567

Anesthesia for heart artery bypass grafting on a heart-lung machine involves administering medications to induce sleep and eliminate pain during surgery. The heart-lung machine takes over heart and lung functions, ensuring blood flow and oxygen supply to the body.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Kansas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, KS

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number170040

Location4000 Cambridge StreetKansas City, KS 66160 · Wyandotte 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.

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