MS. KIMBERLY DARLENE WEST MD
NPI 1609837319
Obstetrics & Gynecology in West Plains, MO

Active since March 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1627 GIBSON AVE, WEST PLAINS, MO 65775(417) 256-9111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: May 5, 2026, Mar 3, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Ms. Kimberly Darlene West Md NPPES

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

MS. KIMBERLY DARLENE WEST MD (NPI 1609837319) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in West Plains, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2021050734) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ozarks Healthcare, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609837319
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameMS. KIMBERLY DARLENE WESTCredential: MD
Location Address1627 GIBSON AVEWest Plains, MO 65775-1873
Mailing Address1235 E Cherokee StSpringfield, MO 65804-2203 · (417) 820-3890
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 5, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 5, 2026
NPI 1609837319 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
Licenses Licensed in MO · 2021050734 Licensed in KS · 04-33125
Definition

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

1627 GIBSON AVE, West Plains, MO 65775

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Ms. Kimberly Darlene Higgins Md

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 11115 Alaska St Ste 114West Plains, MO 65775-2000 · Phone (417) 256-9111
Location 21100 N Kentucky AveWest Plains, MO 65775-2029 · Phone (417) 256-9111
Location 31235 E Cherokee StSpringfield, MO 65804-2203 · Phone (417) 820-3890

Accepted 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

Ms. Kimberly Darlene West Md 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 ID5597763672
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220317001204
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.

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ozarks Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · West Plains, MO
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260078
Location1100 Kentucky AveWest Plains, MO 65775 · Howell County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 65775 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
$121.96 typical visit price
range $52.28 – $161.24
Typical copayment $30.49 (range $13.07 – $40.31)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$65.71 typical visit price
range $16.30 – $131.05
Typical copayment $16.42 (range $4.07 – $32.76)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
1627 GIBSON AVE
WEST PLAINS, MO 65775

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 Kimberly West's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kimberly West is 1609837319. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2006. The provider is also known as Ms. Kimberly Darlene Higgins MD.

Where is Kimberly West located?

Kimberly West practices at 1627 Gibson Ave, West Plains, MO 65775. The listed phone number is (417) 256-9111.

What is Kimberly West's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Kimberly West enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kimberly West 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 Kimberly West accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and 3 other insurers list Kimberly West 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 Kimberly West affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kimberly West is affiliated with Ozarks Healthcare.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kimberly West was last updated on May 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.