DR. GINGER E. DUNNAM-SMITH M.D.
NPI 1710905997
Emergency Medicine in Walsenburg, CO

Active since July 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.25/100
CMS Quality Rating
23500 US HIGHWAY 160, WALSENBURG, CO 81089(719) 738-5100(719) 738-5138 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 1, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Ginger E. Dunnam-smith M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GINGER E. DUNNAM-SMITH M.D. (NPI 1710905997) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Walsenburg, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (DR.0052030) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Shoshone Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710905997
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GINGER E. DUNNAM-SMITHCredential: M.D.
Location Address23500 US HIGHWAY 160Walsenburg, CO 81089
Mailing Address23500 Us Highway 160Walsenburg, CO 81089-9524 · (719) 738-5100 · Fax (719) 738-5138
Fax(719) 738-5138
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 1, 2021
NPPES CertifiedJune 1, 2021
NPI 1710905997 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in CO · DR.0052030
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
23500 US HIGHWAY 160, Walsenburg, CO 81089

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

Dr. Ginger E. Dunnam-smith 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 ID7416130513
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110328000472, I20240617003319
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.

Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
63 services62 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
46 services45 patients
Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making 99282
An emergency department visit for a mild to moderate issue is when you seek immediate medical attention for a non-life-threatening condition. This could include minor injuries, moderate pain, or illnesses like the flu. During the visit, healthcare professionals assess your condition, provide treatment, and may recommend follow-up care.
22 services22 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Shoshone Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Kellogg, ID
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number131314
Location25 Jacobs Gulch RoadKellogg, ID 83837 · Shoshone County
Emergency services

George Regional Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Lucedale, MS
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250036
Location859 Winter StreetLucedale, MS 39452 · George County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 81089 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
$89.43 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$102.03 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $25.50 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

78.25/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality64.88
Improvement Activities40

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.

Emergency Medicine
23500 US HIGHWAY 160
WALSENBURG, CO 81089
Clinic/Center (Radiology)
23500 US HIGHWAY 160
WALSENBURG, CO 81089
Physical Therapist
23500 US HIGHWAY 160
WALSENBURG, CO 81089
Physical Therapist
23500 US HIGHWAY 160
WALSENBURG, CO 81089
Clinic/Center (Critical Access Hospital)
23500 US HIGHWAY 160, DBA SPANISH PEAKS REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER PRO FEES
WALSENBURG, CO 81089
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
23500 US HIGHWAY 160
WALSENBURG, CO 81089
Dietitian, Registered
23500 US HIGHWAY 160
WALSENBURG, CO 81089
Emergency Medicine
23500 US HIGHWAY 160
WALSENBURG, CO 81089

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 Ginger Dunnam-smith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ginger Dunnam-smith is 1710905997. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2006.

Where is Ginger Dunnam-smith located?

Ginger Dunnam-smith practices at 23500 Us Highway 160, Walsenburg, CO 81089. The listed phone number is (719) 738-5100.

What is Ginger Dunnam-smith's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Ginger Dunnam-smith enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ginger Dunnam-smith 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 Ginger Dunnam-smith accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare, Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and Providence Health Plan list Ginger Dunnam-smith 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 Ginger Dunnam-smith affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ginger Dunnam-smith is affiliated with Shoshone Medical Center and George Regional Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ginger Dunnam-smith was last updated on June 1, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years 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.