J SAMUEL TOVAR MD
NPI 1730197377
Family Medicine in Emporia, KS

Active since August 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1301 W 12TH AVE, EMPORIA, KS 66801(620) 343-2900 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 6, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 6, 2025, Feb 3, 2025, Feb 28, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2022).

About J Samuel Tovar Md NPPES

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

J SAMUEL TOVAR MD (NPI 1730197377) is an individual family medicine provider in Emporia, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (04-29879) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Newman Regional Health, and is a graduate of University Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal) (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730197377
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameJ SAMUEL TOVARCredential: MD
Location Address1301 W 12TH AVEEmporia, KS 66801-2587
Mailing Address1301 W 12th AveEmporia, KS 66801-2587 · (620) 343-2900
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)Graduated 1999
Enumeration DateAugust 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 6, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 6, 2025
NPI 1730197377 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in KS · 04-29879
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.
1301 W 12TH AVE, Emporia, KS 66801

Other Identifiers 2

Other067270KS · Medicare Ptan
Medicaid100425360AKS

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

J Samuel Tovar Md 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 ID7315076817
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100521000107
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 11

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.
312 services117 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
176 services114 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.
85 services85 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
44 services14 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.
32 services27 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
29 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Newman Regional Health

Critical Access Hospitals · Emporia, KS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number171384
Location1201 West 12th AvenueEmporia, KS 66801 · Lyon County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 66801 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
$81.98 typical visit price
range $53.00 – $161.67
Typical copayment $20.49 (range $13.25 – $40.41)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.12 typical visit price
range $16.88 – $132.11
Typical copayment $23.53 (range $4.22 – $33.02)
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 5

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
7 suppliers44 claims105 services$6.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers26 claims34 services$1.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$19.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers24 claims24 services$108.22 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$35.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Surgery
1301 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Family Medicine
1301 W 12TH AVE, SUITE 301
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Nurse Practitioner
1301 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Physician Assistant
1301 W 12TH AVE, SUITE 105
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Nurse Practitioner
1301 W 12TH AVE, STE 401
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Family Medicine
1301 W 12TH AVE, SUITE 401
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Nurse Practitioner
1301 W 12TH AVE
EMPORIA, KS 66801
Internal Medicine
1301 W 12TH AVE, STE 202
EMPORIA, KS 66801

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 J Tovar's NPI number?

The NPI number for J Tovar is 1730197377. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 3, 2006.

Where is J Tovar located?

J Tovar practices at 1301 W 12th Ave, Emporia, KS 66801. The listed phone number is (620) 343-2900.

What is J Tovar's specialty?

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

Is J Tovar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. J Tovar 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 J Tovar accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. and Medica list J Tovar 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 J Tovar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, J Tovar is affiliated with Newman Regional Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for J Tovar was last updated on November 6, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.