DR. ALEXANDER KATS M.D.
NPI 1679518955
Pathology - Pediatric Pathology in Kansas City, MO

Q: What is Alexander Kats's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Kats is 1679518955. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2006.

Q: What is Alexander Kats's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Pediatric Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0213X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Kats was last updated on December 12, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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 June 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2401 GILLHAM RD, KANSAS CITY, MO 64108(816) 234-3000(816) 302-9939 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 12, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Alexander Kats M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALEXANDER KATS M.D. (NPI 1679518955) is an individual pediatric pathology provider in Kansas City, Missouri, licensed in Kansas (0-40342) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The Children's Mercy Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679518955

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207ZP0213X

Provider Legal NameDR. ALEXANDER KATSCredential: M.D.

Location Address2401 GILLHAM RDKansas City, MO 64108-4619

Mailing Address2401 Gillham Rd, Provider Enrollment DeptKansas City, MO 64108-4619 · (816) 701-5200 · Fax (816) 302-9939

Phone(816) 234-3000

Fax(816) 302-9939

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989

Enumeration DateJune 19, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 12, 2025

NPPES CertifiedDecember 12, 2025

✔ NPI 1679518955 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Pediatric PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207ZP0213X

Licenses✔ Licensed in KS · 0-40342✔ Licensed in MO · 2016010256

Definition

A pediatric pathologist is expert in the laboratory diagnosis of diseases that occur during fetal growth, infancy and child development. The practice requires a strong foundation in general pathology and substantial understanding of normal growth and development, along with extensive knowledge of pediatric medicine.

2401 GILLHAM RD, Kansas City, MO 64108

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., Medica.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. Alexander Kats 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 ID648347195

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080924000626

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 3

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.

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313

Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.

69 services15 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305

A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.

30 services17 patients

Antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure 88346

An antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure is a laboratory test. It's designed to identify specific proteins, or antibodies, in your body. This can help diagnose certain conditions or monitor your immune system's response to treatments. The procedure involves staining a single type of antibody for detection.

23 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

The Children's Mercy Hospital

Childrens · Kansas City, MO

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number263302

Location2401 Gillham RoadKansas City, MO 64108 · Jackson County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 64108 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

$127.61 typical visit price

range $55.29 – $168.52

Typical copayment $31.90 (range $13.82 – $42.13)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$97.82 typical visit price

range $17.60 – $137.20

Typical copayment $24.45 (range $4.40 – $34.30)

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 20

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

RYAN A ROMANS MD

Pediatrics (Pediatric Cardiology)

2401 GILLHAM RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64108

Jackson County (816) 234-3000

JENNIFER BITNER MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

2401 GILLHAM RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64108

Jackson County (913) 234-3000

SAMIRA NAIME M.D.

Pediatrics (Sleep Medicine)

2401 GILLHAM RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64108

Jackson County (816) 234-3000

MICHELLE RENEE MIDDLETON AU.D.

Audiologist

2401 GILLHAM RD, HEARING AND SPEECH CLINIC
KANSAS CITY, MO 64108

Jackson County (816) 960-4009

MADALYN NICOLE SINGLETON DO

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

2401 GILLHAM RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64108

Jackson County (816) 234-3000

EMMA LYNNE WORLEY CAA

Anesthesiologist Assistant

2401 GILLHAM RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64108

Jackson County (816) 234-3000

DR. FAYTH WALBRIDGE PHD

Psychologist (Clinical)

2401 GILLHAM RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64108

Jackson County (308) 655-0842

JAMES W. LOWE DDS

Dentist (Pediatric Dentistry)

2401 GILLHAM RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64108

Jackson County (816) 234-3000

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 Alexander Kats's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Kats is 1679518955. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2006.

Where is Alexander Kats located?

Alexander Kats practices at 2401 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108. The listed phone number is (816) 234-3000.

What is Alexander Kats's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Pediatric Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0213X.

Is Alexander Kats enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Kats 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 Alexander Kats accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. and Medica list Alexander Kats 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 Alexander Kats affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alexander Kats is affiliated with The Children's Mercy Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Kats was last updated on December 12, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.