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DR. NORRIS KENT BURTON M.D.
NPI 1578558805
Family Medicine in Tifton, GA

Active since September 13, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.41/100
CMS Quality Rating
907 18TH ST E, SUITE 140, TIFTON, GA 31794(229) 353-4325 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 30, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Norris Kent Burton M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NORRIS KENT BURTON M.D. (NPI 1578558805) is an individual family medicine provider in Tifton, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (031888) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Dorminy Medical Center, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578558805
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NORRIS KENT BURTONCredential: M.D.
Location Address907 18TH ST E, SUITE 140Tifton, GA 31794-3643
Mailing Address907 18th St E Ste 140Tifton, GA 31794-3643 · (229) 353-4325
Phone(229) 353-4325
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateSeptember 13, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 30, 2020
NPPES CertifiedNovember 30, 2020
✔ NPI 1578558805 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 031888
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
907 18TH ST E, Tifton, GA 31794
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Other Identifiers 5

Other010031078GA · Railroad Medicare Pin
Other52576054 002GA · Bcbs Of Ga Pin
Other900158275GA · Tricare Pin
Medicaid000398593EGA
Other52576054 002GA · Ga Dept. Of Community Hea

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

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

Dr. Norris Kent Burton M.d. 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 ID5395719637
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040825000092
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 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.
173 services75 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.
147 services62 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
33 services20 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.
19 services16 patients
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11043
This procedure involves the surgical removal of a specified area (20.0 sq cm or less) of muscle and/or tissue. It's typically done to treat conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. Local or general anesthesia ensures comfort. Recovery time varies.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Dorminy Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Fitzgerald, GA
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number110073
Location200 Perry House Road, Box 1447Fitzgerald, GA 31750 · Ben Hill County
Emergency services

Tift Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tifton, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110095
Location901 E 18th StreetTifton, GA 31793 · Tift County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31794 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
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

78.41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality58.68
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost66.15

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Gradient compression wrap, non-elastic, below knee, 30-50 mm hg, each A6545
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier19 claims36 services$81.64 avg. paid by Medicare
Wound care set, for negative pressure wound therapy electrical pump, includes all supplies and accessories A6550
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers16 claims215 services$22.72 avg. paid by Medicare
Canister, disposable, used with suction pump, each A7000
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers16 claims140 services$7.70 avg. paid by Medicare
Negative pressure wound therapy electrical pump, stationary or portable E2402
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers16 claims16 services$975.42 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 9

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

WILLIAM C PFISTER M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
907 18TH ST E
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-7535
TIFTON PATHOLOGICAL SERVICES
Clinical Medical Laboratory
907 18TH ST E
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-7535
CARDIOLOGY SPECIALISTS OF GEORGIA LLC
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
907 18TH ST E, SUITE 100
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 391-9980
TIFT REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM INC
Clinic/Center
907 18TH ST E, SUITE 140
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-4325
LEE MICHELLE BROOKS LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
907 18TH ST E, SUITE 150
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-3422
SARA C SMITH M.D.
Specialist
907 18TH ST E, SUITE 400
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 391-3640
MS. ELIZABETH ELLEN SMITH APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
907 18TH ST E, SUITE 290
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 353-6546
DR. CHARLES DERRON SPIKES M.D.
Plastic Surgery
907 18TH ST E, STE 340
TIFTON, GA 31794
Tift County (229) 391-3600

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 Norris Burton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Norris Burton is 1578558805. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2005.

Where is Norris Burton located?

Norris Burton practices at 907 18th St E Suite 140, Tifton, GA 31794. The listed phone number is (229) 353-4325.

What is Norris Burton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Norris Burton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Norris Burton 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.

What insurance does Norris Burton accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Norris Burton as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Norris Burton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Norris Burton is affiliated with Dorminy Medical Center and Tift Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Norris Burton was last updated on November 30, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.