KAMI JO SCHARER ARNP
NPI 1518703578
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Grimes, IA

Q: What is Kami Scharer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kami Scharer is 1518703578. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2024.

Q: What is Kami Scharer's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kami Scharer was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since July 08, 2024PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

250 SW BROOKSIDE DR, GRIMES, IA 50111(515) 300-3900(515) 300-3901 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, Aug 24, 2024, Jul 8, 2024 (3 updates tracked since 2024).

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About Kami Jo Scharer Arnp NPPES

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

KAMI JO SCHARER ARNP (NPI 1518703578) is an individual family provider in Grimes, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (H179733) and active in the NPI registry since July 2024. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Des Moines.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518703578

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X

Provider Legal NameKAMI JO SCHARERCredential: ARNP

Location Address250 SW BROOKSIDE DRGrimes, IA 50111-4900

Mailing AddressPo Box 674721Dallas, TX 75267-4721 · (515) 643-2519 · Fax (515) 300-3901

Phone(515) 300-3900

Fax(515) 300-3901

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2024

Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2024

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1518703578 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

License✔ Licensed in IA · H179733

250 SW BROOKSIDE DR, Grimes, IA 50111

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 16601 SW 9th StDes Moines, IA 50315-6138 · Phone (515) 643-9400 · Fax (515) 643-9405

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Medica and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kami Jo Scharer Arnp 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 ID143760835

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240909003184

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Kami Scharer reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Mercy Clinics, Inc.

Same address

Physical Therapist

250 SW BROOKSIDE DR
Grimes, IA 50111

Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
516 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1508708371 (515) 244-5005

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 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.

35 services34 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.

29 services25 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.

15 services14 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

14 services14 patients

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Des Moines, IA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number160083

Location1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314 · Polk County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50111 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

$81.84 typical visit price

range $52.96 – $161.40

Typical copayment $20.46 (range $13.24 – $40.35)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$94.05 typical visit price

range $16.91 – $131.98

Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $32.99)

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

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