KATIE JO COTTA FNP
NPI 1497245534
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Freeport, TX

Active since May 15, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.96/100
CMS Quality Rating
905 N GULF BLVD, FREEPORT, TX 77541(281) 824-1480(281) 220-6407 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 9, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 9, 2025, Oct 2, 2024, Oct 29, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Katie Jo Cotta Fnp NPPES

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

KATIE JO COTTA FNP (NPI 1497245534) is an individual family provider in Freeport, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP133803) and active in the NPI registry since May 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, and maintains a secondary practice location in Lake Jackson.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497245534
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameKATIE JO COTTACredential: FNP
Location Address905 N GULF BLVDFreeport, TX 77541-3907
Mailing AddressPo Box 650859, Dept. 710Dallas, TX 75265-0859 · (409) 772-2222
Fax(281) 220-6407
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMay 15, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 9, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 9, 2025
NPI 1497245534 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in TX · AP133803
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License AP133803 (TX)
905 N GULF BLVD, Freeport, TX 77541

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Mrs. Katie Jo Cotta Ripkoski

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1109 Parking Way StLake Jackson, TX 77566-5228 · Phone (979) 292-0033 · Fax (979) 285-9948

Accepted 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

Katie Jo Cotta Fnp 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 ID5395081426
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190110003089
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 5

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.
169 services108 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.
29 services28 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.
25 services25 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
22 services22 patients
Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity 99496
Transitional care management services are designed to ensure a smooth transition from a hospital to home or another care setting for patients with complex health issues. These services include medication management, patient education, and coordination with healthcare providers.
12 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 Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Acute Care Hospitals · Galveston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number450018
Location301 University BoulevardGalveston, TX 77555 · Galveston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77541 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
$88.15 typical visit price
range $57.16 – $172.89
Typical copayment $22.03 (range $14.29 – $43.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$100.84 typical visit price
range $18.45 – $141.27
Typical copayment $25.21 (range $4.61 – $35.31)
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.

74.96/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.77
Promoting Interoperability94
Improvement Activities40
Cost47.75

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.

Family Medicine
905 N GULF BLVD
FREEPORT, TX 77541
Family Medicine
905 N GULF BLVD
FREEPORT, TX 77541
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
905 N GULF BLVD
FREEPORT, TX 77541
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
905 N GULF BLVD
FREEPORT, TX 77541
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
905 N GULF BLVD
FREEPORT, TX 77541
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
905 N GULF BLVD
FREEPORT, TX 77541
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
905 N GULF BLVD
FREEPORT, TX 77541
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
905 N GULF BLVD
FREEPORT, TX 77541

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 Katie Cotta's NPI number?

The NPI number for Katie Cotta is 1497245534. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2018. The provider is also known as Mrs. Katie Jo Cotta Ripkoski.

Where is Katie Cotta located?

Katie Cotta practices at 905 N Gulf Blvd, Freeport, TX 77541. The listed phone number is (281) 824-1480.

What is Katie Cotta's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Katie Cotta enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Katie Cotta 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 Katie Cotta accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice and Oscar Insurance Company list Katie Cotta 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 Katie Cotta affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Katie Cotta is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Katie Cotta was last updated on August 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 months 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.