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KRISTEN ELIZABETH BUSH PA-C
NPI 1578979936
Physician Assistant in Hickory, NC

Active since July 07, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.36/100
CMS Quality Rating
315 19TH ST SE BLDG 100, HICKORY, NC 28602(828) 325-9849(828) 325-9879 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Kristen Elizabeth Bush Pa-c NPPES

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

KRISTEN ELIZABETH BUSH PA-C (NPI 1578979936) is an individual physician assistant in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-05741) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578979936
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameKRISTEN ELIZABETH BUSHCredential: PA-C
Location Address315 19TH ST SE BLDG 100Hickory, NC 28602-4230
Mailing Address1072 X Ray DrGastonia, NC 28054-7488 · (980) 399-6330 · Fax (704) 671-1095
Phone(828) 325-9849
Fax(828) 325-9879
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJune 24, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJune 24, 2025
✔ NPI 1578979936 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 0010-05741
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X · License 0010-05741 (NC)
315 19TH ST SE BLDG 100, Hickory, NC 28602
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Kristen Elizabeth White Pa-c

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, UnitedHealthcare.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

Kristen Elizabeth Bush Pa-c 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 ID6800013723
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151021000330
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 9

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.

Epifix, per square centimeter Q4186
Epifix is an advanced wound care treatment, derived from human placental tissue. It helps to promote healing by providing a protective barrier and supplying growth factors. Each square centimeter refers to the size of the Epifix graft needed for your specific wound.
385 services16 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
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.
175 services175 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
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.
135 services97 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.
74 services56 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.
42 services41 patients
Application of skin substitute graft to wound of face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, around eyes, genitals, hands, feet, fingers, or toes, 25.0 sq cm or less of wound 100.0 sq cm or less 15275
This procedure involves applying a skin substitute graft to a wound that's 25.0 sq cm or less, located on areas such as the face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, around eyes, hands, feet, fingers, or toes. The graft aids in wound healing and tissue regeneration.
27 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28602 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

85.36/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality87.34
Promoting Interoperability95
Improvement Activities40
Cost68.02

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

GREY WILSON FORTENBERY
Plastic Surgery
315 19TH ST SE BLDG 100
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (828) 328-3500

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 Kristen Bush's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kristen Bush is 1578979936. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2014. The provider is also known as Kristen Elizabeth White Pa-C.

Where is Kristen Bush located?

Kristen Bush practices at 315 19th St SE Bldg 100, Hickory, NC 28602. The listed phone number is (828) 325-9849.

What is Kristen Bush's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Kristen Bush enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kristen Bush 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 Kristen Bush accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Kristen Bush 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kristen Bush was last updated on June 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.