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MRS. CARA GUTHRIE-CHU DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC
NPI 1730622937
Nurse Practitioner in Fort Worth, TX

Q: What is Cara Guthrie-chu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cara Guthrie-chu is 1730622937. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 21, 2016.

Q: What is Cara Guthrie-chu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cara Guthrie-chu was last updated on August 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 days 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 November 21, 2016PECOS Enrolled

900 8TH AVE, FORT WORTH, TX 76104(817) 347-4456 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 27, 2026, Jan 26, 2022, Nov 21, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Mrs. Cara Guthrie-chu Dnp, Aprn, Agacnp-bc NPPES

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

MRS. CARA GUTHRIE-CHU DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC (NPI 1730622937) is an individual nurse practitioner in Fort Worth, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP124449) and active in the NPI registry since November 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Medical City Weatherford, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730622937

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363L00000X

Provider Legal NameMRS. CARA GUTHRIE-CHUCredential: DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC

Location Address900 8TH AVEFort Worth, TX 76104-3902

Mailing AddressPo Box 822033North Richland Hills, TX 76182-2033 · (903) 758-2406

Phone(817) 347-4456

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003

Enumeration DateNovember 21, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2026

✔ NPI 1730622937 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · AP124449

Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

900 8TH AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104

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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

Mrs. Cara Guthrie-chu Dnp, Aprn, Agacnp-bc 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 ID9032517214

PECOS Enrollment IDI20211004000816

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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

50 services29 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

31 services27 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

18 services18 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.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Medical City Weatherford

Acute Care Hospitals · Weatherford, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450203

Location713 E Anderson StWeatherford, TX 76086 · Parker County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lake Granbury Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Granbury, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450596

Location1310 Paluxy RdGranbury, TX 76048 · Hood County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medical City Fort Worth

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Worth, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450672

Location900 Eighth AvenueFort Worth, TX 76104 · Tarrant County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76104 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

$87.20 typical visit price

range $56.47 – $171.07

Typical copayment $21.80 (range $14.11 – $42.76)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$99.68 typical visit price

range $18.18 – $139.68

Typical copayment $24.92 (range $4.54 – $34.92)

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.

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