KELLY E W ERNST FNP
NPI 1558695783
Nurse Practitioner - Family in South Portland, ME

Active since September 21, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.06/100
CMS Quality Rating
100 BRICKHILL AVE, SOUTH PORTLAND, ME 04106(207) 773-1728(207) 772-4062 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Kelly E W Ernst Fnp NPPES

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

KELLY E W ERNST FNP (NPI 1558695783) is an individual family provider in South Portland, Maine, licensed in Maine (CNP111042) and active in the NPI registry since September 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Maine Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558695783
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameKELLY E W ERNSTCredential: FNP
Location Address100 BRICKHILL AVESouth Portland, ME 04106-1999
Mailing Address301c Us Route 1Scarborough, ME 04074-9701 · (207) 396-8600 · Fax (207) 396-8632
Fax(207) 772-4062
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateSeptember 21, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 2014
✔ NPI 1558695783 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 ME · CNP111042
Also ListedRegistered NurseTaxonomy 163W00000X · License RN62266 (ME)
100 BRICKHILL AVE, South Portland, ME 04106

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Kelly Welch

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1558695783ME

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

Kelly E W Ernst 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 ID8527239342
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110927000303
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 Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Kelly Ernst reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Urology
100 BRICKHILL AVE
South Portland, ME 04106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maine enrollment
  • 203 clinicians in this Medicare group
Same address
Gynecology
100 BRICKHILL AVE
South Portland, ME 04106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maine enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1346299815 (Maine)
  • 3,140 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
181 MAIN ST
Norway, ME 04268
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maine enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Stephens Memorial Hospital Association
  • 75 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 3

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.
92 services76 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.
44 services38 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
15 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Maine Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, ME
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number200009
Location22 Bramhall StPortland, ME 04102 · Cumberland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mid Coast Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Brunswick, ME
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number200021
Location123 Medical Center DriveBrunswick, ME 04011 · Cumberland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 04106 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
$86.72 typical visit price
range $56.28 – $169.96
Typical copayment $21.68 (range $14.07 – $42.49)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$99.18 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $138.92
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.55 – $34.73)
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.

98.06/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.13
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Lubricant, individual sterile packet, each A4332
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
2 suppliers12 claims1,650 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Intermittent urinary catheter; coude (curved) tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomeric, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4352
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
2 suppliers12 claims1,650 services$1.76 avg. paid by Medicare
Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
3 suppliers17 claims48 services$6.94 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 20

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

Obstetrics & Gynecology (Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery)
100 BRICKHILL AVE
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME 04106
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
100 BRICKHILL AVE, STE 304
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME 04106
Social Worker
100 BRICKHILL AVE
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME 04106
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
100 BRICKHILL AVE
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME 04106
Massage Therapist
100 BRICKHILL AVE, SUITE 301
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME 04106
Massage Therapist
100 BRICKHILL AVE, SUITE 301
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME 04106
Urology
100 BRICKHILL AVE
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME 04106
Social Worker
100 BRICKHILL AVE
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME 04106

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 Kelly Ernst's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kelly Ernst is 1558695783. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 21, 2009. The provider is also known as Kelly Welch.

Where is Kelly Ernst located?

Kelly Ernst practices at 100 Brickhill Ave, South Portland, ME 04106. The listed phone number is (207) 773-1728.

What is Kelly Ernst's specialty?

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

Is Kelly Ernst enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kelly Ernst 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Kelly Ernst's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kelly Ernst reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Maine Medical Partners (South Portland, ME), Mainehealth (South Portland, ME) and Mainehealth (Norway, ME). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Kelly Ernst's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Kelly Ernst affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kelly Ernst is affiliated with Maine Medical Center and Mid Coast Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kelly Ernst was last updated on April 8, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 years 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.