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KATHY A. PALEN FNP-C
NPI 1649530825
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Springfield, MO

Active since May 22, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2122 E BROADMOOR ST, SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804(417) 551-3846 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 1, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Kathy A. Palen Fnp-c NPPES

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

KATHY A. PALEN FNP-C (NPI 1649530825) is an individual family provider in Springfield, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2012019343) and active in the NPI registry since May 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649530825
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameKATHY A. PALENCredential: FNP-C
Location Address2122 E BROADMOOR STSpringfield, MO 65804-3339
Mailing AddressPo Box 4046Springfield, MO 65808-4046 · (417) 269-5712 · Fax (417) 269-7567
Phone(417) 551-3846
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMay 22, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateApril 1, 2025
NPPES CertifiedApril 1, 2025
✔ NPI 1649530825 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2012019343
Also ListedRegistered NurseTaxonomy 163W00000X · License 106715 (MO)
2122 E BROADMOOR ST, Springfield, MO 65804
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1649530825MO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan 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

Kathy A. Palen Fnp-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 ID8426214198
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120724000857
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 4

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
100 services44 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
51 services44 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
47 services29 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.
16 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mercy Hospital Springfield

Acute Care Hospitals · Springfield, MO
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260065
Location1235 E CherokeeSpringfield, MO 65804 · Greene County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 65804 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
$81.64 typical visit price
range $52.28 – $161.24
Typical copayment $20.41 (range $13.07 – $40.31)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.24 typical visit price
range $16.30 – $131.05
Typical copayment $23.31 (range $4.07 – $32.76)
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.

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 Kathy Palen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kathy Palen is 1649530825. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 22, 2012.

Where is Kathy Palen located?

Kathy Palen practices at 2122 E Broadmoor St, Springfield, MO 65804. The listed phone number is (417) 551-3846.

What is Kathy Palen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Kathy Palen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kathy Palen 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 Kathy Palen 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 4 other insurers list Kathy Palen 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 Kathy Palen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kathy Palen is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kathy Palen was last updated on April 1, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.