BART KLAUS M.D.
NPI 1659717361
Family Medicine in Columbus, TX

Q: What is Bart Klaus's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bart Klaus is 1659717361. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 21, 2013.

Q: What is Bart Klaus's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bart Klaus was last updated on June 3, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since May 21, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2122 HIGHWAY 71 S, COLUMBUS, TX 78934(979) 732-2318 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 3, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 3, 2026, May 29, 2026, Nov 3, 2025 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Bart Klaus M.d. NPPES

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

BART KLAUS M.D. (NPI 1659717361) is an individual family medicine provider in Columbus, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q1434) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Columbus Community Hospital, and is a graduate of Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659717361

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameBART KLAUSCredential: M.D.

Location Address2122 HIGHWAY 71 SColumbus, TX 78934-3011

Mailing Address2122 Highway 71 SColumbus, TX 78934-3011 · (979) 732-2318 · Fax (979) 733-8757

Phone(979) 732-2318

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSTexas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateMay 21, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateJune 3, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 3, 2026

✔ NPI 1659717361 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · Q1434

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.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

2122 HIGHWAY 71 S, Columbus, TX 78934

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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

Bart Klaus 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 ID648575852

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160811001987

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 6

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.

180 services67 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

115 services102 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

75 services66 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

60 services54 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

26 services24 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a G0179

This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.

25 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Columbus Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbus, TX

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450370

Location110 Shult DrColumbus, TX 78934 · Colorado County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rice Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Eagle Lake, TX

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number451312

Location600 South Austin RoadEagle Lake, TX 77434 · Colorado County

Emergency services

Lavaca Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Hallettsville, TX

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number451376

Location1400 North Texana StreetHallettsville, TX 77964 · Lavaca County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78934 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

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 22

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

6 suppliers50 claims116 services$6.18 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

2 suppliers16 claims16 services$1.13 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604