KAREN L KUTCHERA APRN BC NP
NPI 1508826975
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Washington, NC

Active since March 28, 2006PECOS Enrolled
98.33/100
CMS Quality Rating
1380 COWELL FARM RD, WASHINGTON, NC 27889(252) 946-2101(252) 946-9896 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 14, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 14, 2022, May 12, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Karen L Kutchera Aprn Bc Np NPPES

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

KAREN L KUTCHERA APRN BC NP (NPI 1508826975) is an individual family provider in Washington, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (201650) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508826975
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameKAREN L KUTCHERACredential: APRN BC NP
Location Address1380 COWELL FARM RDWashington, NC 27889-3431
Mailing Address1380 Cowell Farm RdWashington, NC 27889-3431 · (252) 946-2101 · Fax (252) 946-9896
Fax(252) 946-9896
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 14, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 14, 2022
NPI 1508826975 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
Licenses Licensed in NC · 201650 Licensed in ME · AP081869
1380 COWELL FARM RD, Washington, NC 27889

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid433261199ME

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Karen L Kutchera Aprn Bc Np is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

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.
180 services162 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.
94 services82 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
32 services29 patients
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated 81001
A manual urinalysis test with automated microscopic examination is a lab process that checks your urine for health indicators. It involves a machine scanning your sample to identify any abnormal elements, which can assist in diagnosing various conditions.
30 services29 patients
Respiratory infectious agent detection by rna for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid 19), influenza a, influenza b, and respiratory syncytial virus, upper respiratory specimen, each reported as detected or not detected 0241U
This test detects the RNA of respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, Influenza A, Influenza B, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus, in an upper respiratory specimen. The test result will report if each virus is detected or not, helping in accurate diagnosis.
27 services27 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
24 services24 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27889 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

98.33/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality82.93
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers33 claims63 services$6.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
6 suppliers11 claims14 services$1.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 18

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1380 COWELL FARM RD
WASHINGTON, NC 27889
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1380 COWELL FARM RD
WASHINGTON, NC 27889
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1380 COWELL FARM RD
WASHINGTON, NC 27889
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1380 COWELL FARM RD
WASHINGTON, NC 27889
Internal Medicine
1380 COWELL FARM RD
WASHINGTON, NC 27889
Emergency Medicine
1380 COWELL FARM RD
WASHINGTON, NC 27889
Internal Medicine
1380 COWELL FARM RD
WASHINGTON, NC 27889
Family Medicine
1380 COWELL FARM RD
WASHINGTON, NC 27889

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 Kutchera's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Kutchera is 1508826975. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2006.

Where is Karen Kutchera located?

Karen Kutchera practices at 1380 Cowell Farm Rd, Washington, NC 27889. The listed phone number is (252) 946-2101.

What is Karen Kutchera's specialty?

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

Is Karen Kutchera enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Kutchera is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Kutchera was last updated on January 14, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.