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DR. JOANNA CHANDRA SALMON KAUFFMAN M.D.
NPI 1578875456
Family Medicine in Bluffton, OH

Active since July 08, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
204 N MAIN ST, BLUFFTON, OH 45817(419) 996-5002(419) 996-5001 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 3, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Joanna Chandra Salmon Kauffman M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOANNA CHANDRA SALMON KAUFFMAN M.D. (NPI 1578875456) is an individual family medicine provider in Bluffton, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35.123229) and active in the NPI registry since July 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Health-st Rita's Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in West Liberty.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578875456
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOANNA CHANDRA SALMON KAUFFMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address204 N MAIN STBluffton, OH 45817-1284
Mailing AddressPo Box 636930Cincinnati, OH 45263-6930
Phone(419) 996-5002
Fax(419) 996-5001
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSYale University School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 3, 2017
✔ NPI 1578875456 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in OH · 35.123229✔ Licensed in VA · 0116022974
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.
204 N MAIN ST, Bluffton, OH 45817
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Joanna Chandra Salmon Md

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14879 US Highway 68 SWest Liberty, OH 43357-9525 · Phone (937) 599-1411 · Fax (937) 599-4128

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joanna Chandra Salmon Kauffman 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 ID1254550114
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140909000700
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 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.
181 services78 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
45 services45 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.
40 services31 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.
39 services24 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.
21 services21 patients
Influenza vaccine, inactivated 90653
The Influenza vaccine, inactivated, is a shot given to protect against the flu. It contains killed virus particles that help your body build immunity to the flu. It's recommended annually to keep your protection up-to-date. It's safe for ages 6 months and up.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lima, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360066
Location730 West Market StreetLima, OH 45801 · Allen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Blanchard Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Findlay, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number360095
Location1900 South Main StreetFindlay, OH 45840 · Hancock County
Birthing friendly

Bluffton Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Bluffton, OH
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number361322
Location139 Garau StreetBluffton, OH 45817 · Allen County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45817 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
$84.72 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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 3

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

ASHLEY HOBLIT
Family Medicine
204 N MAIN ST
BLUFFTON, OH 45817
Allen County (419) 996-5002
LEAH CHRISTINE EIDEN MD
Family Medicine
204 N MAIN ST
BLUFFTON, OH 45817
Allen County (419) 996-5002
ABIGAIL NARTKER CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
204 N MAIN ST
BLUFFTON, OH 45817
Allen County (419) 996-5002

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 Joanna Kauffman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joanna Kauffman is 1578875456. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2010. The provider is also known as Dr. Joanna Chandra Salmon MD.

Where is Joanna Kauffman located?

Joanna Kauffman practices at 204 N Main St, Bluffton, OH 45817. The listed phone number is (419) 996-5002.

What is Joanna Kauffman's specialty?

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

Is Joanna Kauffman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joanna Kauffman 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 Joanna Kauffman accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource and 3 other insurers list Joanna Kauffman 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 Joanna Kauffman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joanna Kauffman is affiliated with Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center, Blanchard Valley Hospital and Bluffton Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joanna Kauffman was last updated on October 3, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.