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MRS. KRISTIN ELIZABETH ECKENRODE PA-C
NPI 1508121724
Physician Assistant in Altoona, PA

Q: What is Kristin Eckenrode's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kristin Eckenrode is 1508121724. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 13, 2012.

Q: What is Kristin Eckenrode's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kristin Eckenrode was last updated on July 30, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 39 days 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 July 13, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

46.78/100

CMS Quality Rating

620 HOWARD AVE, ALTOONA, PA 16601(814) 494-2862 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 30, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

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About Mrs. Kristin Elizabeth Eckenrode Pa-c NPPES

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

MRS. KRISTIN ELIZABETH ECKENRODE PA-C (NPI 1508121724) is an individual physician assistant in Altoona, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MA055628) and active in the NPI registry since July 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Altoona, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508121724

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameMRS. KRISTIN ELIZABETH ECKENRODECredential: PA-C

Location Address620 HOWARD AVEAltoona, PA 16601-4804

Mailing Address620 Howard AveAltoona, PA 16601-4804 · (814) 494-2862

Phone(814) 494-2862

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateJuly 13, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 30, 2026

NPPES CertifiedJune 19, 2026

✔ NPI 1508121724 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in PA · MA055628✔ Licensed in PA · OA002886

Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

620 HOWARD AVE, Altoona, PA 16601

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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

Mrs. Kristin Elizabeth Eckenrode 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 ID7810143385

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120816000263

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 6

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.

Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance 49083

This procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.

74 services19 patients

Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555

This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.

29 services23 patients

Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth 10005

Fine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is inserted into a growth to extract a small sample. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. This sample is then analyzed to determine the nature of the growth.

27 services27 patients

Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement 77012

This process involves a radiologist examining CT scan images to accurately guide a needle's placement within the body. This technique is often used for biopsies or treatments, ensuring precision and safety.

15 services15 patients

Biopsy and aspiration of bone marrow sample for diagnosis 38222

A bone marrow biopsy and aspiration is a procedure where a small amount of bone marrow is removed for testing. It involves inserting a needle into a bone, typically the hip, to collect a sample. It can help diagnose various diseases and monitor treatment effectiveness.

12 services12 patients

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152

This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Upmc Altoona

Acute Care Hospitals · Altoona, PA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390073

Location620 Howard AvenueAltoona, PA 16601 · Blair County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 16601 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

$84.88 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.36 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

46.78/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

17.39

Improvement Activities

Cost

51.45

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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