KATHERINE MCLAREN PA-C
NPI 1720727985
Physician Assistant in Morganton, NC

Active since June 03, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
301 LINVILLE ST, MORGANTON, NC 28655(828) 580-1400(828) 584-8371 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 16, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Katherine Mclaren Pa-c NPPES

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

KATHERINE MCLAREN PA-C (NPI 1720727985) is an individual physician assistant in Morganton, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-13115) and active in the NPI registry since June 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720727985
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameKATHERINE MCLARENCredential: PA-C
Location Address301 LINVILLE STMorganton, NC 28655-7206
Mailing Address301 Linville StMorganton, NC 28655-7206 · (828) 580-1400 · Fax (828) 584-8371
Fax(828) 584-8371
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2022
Last NPPES UpdateMay 16, 2023
NPPES CertifiedMay 16, 2023
NPI 1720727985 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in NC · 0010-13115
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
301 LINVILLE ST, Morganton, NC 28655

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Katherine Taylor Pfeufer

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

Katherine Mclaren Pa-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 ID547627739
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230602000771
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 7

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.
74 services42 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
35 services19 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test 85027
A complete blood cell count (CBC) is an automated test that measures different components of the blood, including red cells, white cells, and platelets. It helps assess overall health, detect disorders like anemia or infection, and monitor medical treatments.
31 services24 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
28 services22 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
19 services19 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.
18 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morganton, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340075
Location2201 S Sterling StMorganton, NC 28655 · Burke County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28655 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
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 8

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

Physician Assistant
301 LINVILLE ST
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Family Medicine
301 LINVILLE ST
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Family Medicine
301 LINVILLE ST
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Physician Assistant
301 LINVILLE ST
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Family Medicine
301 LINVILLE ST
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Family Medicine
301 LINVILLE ST
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
301 LINVILLE ST
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Family Medicine
301 LINVILLE ST
MORGANTON, NC 28655

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 Katherine Mclaren's NPI number?

The NPI number for Katherine Mclaren is 1720727985. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2022. The provider is also known as Katherine Taylor Pfeufer.

Where is Katherine Mclaren located?

Katherine Mclaren practices at 301 Linville St, Morganton, NC 28655. The listed phone number is (828) 580-1400.

What is Katherine Mclaren's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Katherine Mclaren enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Katherine Mclaren 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 Katherine Mclaren 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 Katherine Mclaren 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 Katherine Mclaren affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Katherine Mclaren is affiliated with Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Katherine Mclaren was last updated on May 16, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.