TRACY LYNN HOWERY APRN
NPI 1528333184
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Saint Joseph, MO

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Tracy Howery is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Tracy Howery is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• PECOS PAC ID: 42471997

  What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
  A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

• PECOS Enrollment ID: I20120419000723

  What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
  The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

• Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

  What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
  When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
  A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

• DME-Hospital Beds (DB000N)

  Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress (HCPCS:E0260)

  3 DME suppliers used 63 Medicare Claims 63 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) (HCPCS:E0630)

  4 DME suppliers used 72 Medicare Claims 72 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, headrest, cushioned, any type, including fixed mounting hardware, each (HCPCS:E0955)

  2 DME suppliers used 25 Medicare Claims 25 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, headrest, cushioned, any type, including fixed mounting hardware, each (HCPCS:E0955)

  1 DME suppliers used 48 Medicare Claims 48 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-tipping device, each (HCPCS:E0971)

  2 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 22 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, positioning belt/safety belt/pelvic strap, each (HCPCS:E0978)

  2 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 16 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Manual wheelchair accessory, push-rim activated power assist system (HCPCS:E0986)

  2 DME suppliers used 26 Medicare Claims 26 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, tilt only (HCPCS:E1002)

  1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, combination tilt and recline, with mechanical shear reduction (HCPCS:E1007)

  2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, addition to power seating system, center mount power elevating leg rest/platform, complete system, any type, each (HCPCS:E1012)

  2 DME suppliers used 26 Medicare Claims 26 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Residual limb support system for wheelchair, any type (HCPCS:E1020)

  1 DME suppliers used 40 Medicare Claims 43 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, manual swingaway, retractable or removable mounting hardware for joystick, other control interface or positioning accessory (HCPCS:E1028)

  2 DME suppliers used 32 Medicare Claims 71 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Wheelchair accessory, manual swingaway, retractable or removable mounting hardware for joystick, other control interface or positioning accessory (HCPCS:E1028)

  1 DME suppliers used 48 Medicare Claims 48 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Manual adult size wheelchair, includes tilt in space (HCPCS:E1161)

  1 DME suppliers used 48 Medicare Claims 48 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD009N)

  Power wheelchair accessory, electronic connection between wheelchair controller and two or more power seating system motors, including all related electronics, indicator feature, mechanical function selection switch, and fixed mounting hardware (HCPCS:E2311)

  2 DME suppliers used 27 Medicare Claims 27 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD009N)

  Power wheelchair accessory, harness for upgrade to expandable controller, including all fasteners, connectors and mounting hardware, each (HCPCS:E2313)

  2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD009N)

  Power wheelchair accessory, 22nf sealed lead acid battery, each, (e.g., gel cell, absorbed glassmat) (HCPCS:E2361)

  2 DME suppliers used 30 Medicare Claims 60 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD009N)

  Power wheelchair accessory, u-1 sealed lead acid battery, each (e.g., gel cell, absorbed glassmat) (HCPCS:E2365)

  2 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 34 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD009N)

  Power wheelchair accessory, expandable controller, including all related electronics and mounting hardware, upgrade provided at initial issue (HCPCS:E2377)

  2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Skin protection wheelchair seat cushion, width less than 22 inches, any depth (HCPCS:E2603)

  1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Skin protection and positioning wheelchair seat cushion, width less than 22 inches, any depth (HCPCS:E2607)

  2 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  General use wheelchair back cushion, width less than 22 inches, any height, including any type mounting hardware (HCPCS:E2611)

  1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Positioning wheelchair back cushion, planar back with lateral supports, width less than 22 inches, any height, including any type mounting hardware (HCPCS:E2620)

  3 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Standard hemi (low seat) wheelchair (HCPCS:K0002)

  1 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 18 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Lightweight wheelchair (HCPCS:K0003)

  1 DME suppliers used 90 Medicare Claims 90 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  High strength, lightweight wheelchair (HCPCS:K0004)

  1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Extra heavy duty wheelchair (HCPCS:K0007)

  1 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) (HCPCS:K0195)

  2 DME suppliers used 39 Medicare Claims 39 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Repair or nonroutine service for durable medical equipment other than oxygen equipment requiring the skill of a technician, labor component, per 15 minutes (HCPCS:K0739)

  3 DME suppliers used 33 Medicare Claims 111 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD009N)

  Power wheelchair, group 2 standard, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds (HCPCS:K0823)

  1 DME suppliers used 55 Medicare Claims 55 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD009N)

  Power wheelchair, group 2 heavy duty, sling/solid seat/back, patient weight capacity 301 to 450 pounds (HCPCS:K0824)

  1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD009N)

  Power wheelchair, group 3 standard, multiple power option, sling/solid seat/back, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds (HCPCS:K0861)

  2 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

Orthotic Devices

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF011N)

  Knee orthosis, elastic with condylar pads and joints, with or without patellar control, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment (HCPCS:L1820)

  2 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Below knee, molded socket, shin, sach foot, endoskeletal system (HCPCS:L5301)

  2 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, test socket, below knee (HCPCS:L5620)

  3 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 23 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee, acrylic socket (HCPCS:L5629)

  3 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 20 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee, total contact (HCPCS:L5637)

  3 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 21 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee, flexible inner socket, external frame (HCPCS:L5645)

  2 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 19 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee / above knee suspension locking mechanism (shuttle, lanyard or equal), excludes socket insert (HCPCS:L5671)

  2 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity, below knee/above knee, custom fabricated from existing mold or prefabricated, socket insert, silicone gel, elastomeric or equal, for use with locking mechanism (HCPCS:L5673)

  2 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 39 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower extremity prosthesis, below knee, suspension/sealing sleeve, with or without valve, any material, each (HCPCS:L5685)

  1 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 30 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition, endoskeletal system, below knee, alignable system (HCPCS:L5910)

  2 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 17 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition, endoskeletal system, below knee, ultra-light material (titanium, carbon fiber or equal) (HCPCS:L5940)

  3 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 21 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Addition to lower limb prosthesis, multiaxial ankle with swing phase active dorsiflexion feature (HCPCS:L5968)

  2 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  All lower extremity prostheses, foot, flexible keel (HCPCS:L5972)

  2 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF003N)

  Prosthetic sock, multiple ply, below knee, each (HCPCS:L8420)

  3 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 123 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

  Prosthetic shrinker, below knee, each (HCPCS:L8440)

  3 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 28 Services Paid

• DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

  Prosthetic sock, single ply, fitting, below knee, each (HCPCS:L8470)

  3 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 102 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

This service was performed 27 times for 19 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

This service was performed 98 times for 79 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

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.

This service was performed 170 times for 110 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

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.

This service was performed 110 times for 95 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes

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.

This service was performed 23 times for 23 patients

Other procedure on nervous system

A procedure on the nervous system can involve various techniques to diagnose or treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves. These can include surgeries, tests, or therapies. It's done by specialized doctors to help improve your neurological health.

This service was performed 18 times for 11 patients

Physician service required to establish and document the need for a power mobility device

This service involves your doctor assessing your mobility needs. They'll document your condition, verify if a power mobility device (like a motorized wheelchair) could improve your life quality, and provide the required medical records to insurance for coverage.

This service was performed 50 times for 49 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes

A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.

This service was performed 29 times for 29 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $20.41 for a new patient copayment and $23.31 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 64507 ZIP code area.

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Overall MIPS Quality Performance

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 76.92, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.

• Final Score: 76.92 out of 100

  The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.
  
  

• Quality Score: 66.53

  The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.
  
  

• Promoting Interoperability Score: 100

  The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data.

• Improvement Activities Score: 40

  The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores.

• Cost Score: 56.53

  The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
  
  Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

• Cost Score: 56.53

  The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
  
  Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Tracy Howery is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

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