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DR. KARA ANN BIRD MD
NPI 1639757826
Family Medicine in Wilmington, NC

Active since March 30, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5505 CURRITUCK DR STE 100, WILMINGTON, NC 28403(910) 662-6000(910) 662-9703 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 24, 2025, Mar 18, 2025, Jan 9, 2025 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Kara Ann Bird Md NPPES

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

DR. KARA ANN BIRD MD (NPI 1639757826) is an individual family medicine provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2024-02712) and active in the NPI registry since March 2021. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639757826
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KARA ANN BIRDCredential: MD
Location Address5505 CURRITUCK DR STE 100Wilmington, NC 28403-1155
Mailing AddressPo Box 936857Atlanta, GA 31193-6857 · (109) 662-6200 · Fax (910) 686-1606
Phone(910) 662-6000
Fax(910) 662-9703
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateMarch 30, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 24, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 24, 2025
✔ NPI 1639757826 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 2024-02712
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.

5505 CURRITUCK DR STE 100, Wilmington, NC 28403
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1171 Taylor StHarpers Ferry, WV 25425-3641 · Phone (304) 535-6343
Location 27420 Market StWilmington, NC 28411-9453 · Phone (910) 662-6200 · Fax (910) 550-3787

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee 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. Kara Ann Bird 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 ID1254864937
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241103000047
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.

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.
60 services56 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.
35 services31 patients
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals 80053
A comprehensive group of blood chemicals test, also known as a comprehensive metabolic panel, is a blood test that measures your sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This helps to check your body's overall health.
25 services24 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025
A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
22 services22 patients
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems 96127
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems involves a thorough evaluation of your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It's a process where professionals study patterns over time to identify potential issues like anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.
21 services21 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.
21 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilmington, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340141
Location2131 S 17th St Box 9000Wilmington, NC 28402 · New Hanover County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28403 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
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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

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

GIGI MILOU MACDONALD MD
Internal Medicine
5505 CURRITUCK DR STE 100
WILMINGTON, NC 28403
New Hanover County (910) 662-6000

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 Kara Bird's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Bird is 1639757826. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 30, 2021.

Where is Kara Bird located?

Kara Bird practices at 5505 Currituck Dr Ste 100, Wilmington, NC 28403. The listed phone number is (910) 662-6000.

What is Kara Bird's specialty?

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

Is Kara Bird enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Bird 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 Kara Bird accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Kara Bird 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 Kara Bird affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kara Bird is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kara Bird was last updated on November 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.