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HARBOR HOSPICE
NPI 1740283787
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Muskegon, MI

Active since May 23, 2005
1050 W WESTERN AVE, STE 400, MUSKEGON, MI 49441(231) 728-3442(231) 726-2581 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 13, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 13, 2023, Mar 18, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Harbor Hospice NPPES

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

HARBOR HOSPICE (NPI 1740283787) is a healthcare organization registered as a hospice and palliative medicine in Muskegon, Michigan and active in the NPI registry since May 2005. The organization lists Susan Houseman, President & Ceo, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740283787
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X
Legal Business NameHOSPICE OF MUSKEGON COUNTY, INC.
Location Address1050 W WESTERN AVE, STE 400Muskegon, MI 49441-1666
Mailing Address1050 W Western Ave, Ste 400Muskegon, MI 49441-1666 · (231) 728-3442 · Fax (231) 726-2581
Phone(231) 728-3442
Fax(231) 726-2581
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialSusan HousemanPresident & Ceo · (231) 728-6820
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 13, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 13, 2023
✔ NPI 1740283787 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QH0002X
Definition
A family medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedHospice Care, Community BasedTaxonomy 251G00000X · License 613510 (MI)
1050 W WESTERN AVE, Muskegon, MI 49441
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Other Names 1

Doing Business AsHarbor Hospice

Other Identifiers 6

Other500449MI · Care Choices
Other52230MI · Community Choice
Other231508MI · Medicare
Other08701MI · Bcbs Of Mi
Other7402461MI · Aetna
Medicaid1791705MI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Oscar Insurance Company and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Harbor Hospice is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

4

Medicare enrollment records show 4 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Harbor Hospice, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 3 practice within 10 miles. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians, nearest first (4)

Kristen Vanhouten
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1386024701
1223 MERCY DR
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 672-3500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare3.2 mi
Melissa Duimstra, DO
Family Practice
NPI 1578054680
2065 E MT GARFIELD RD
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 728-3442
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.8 mi
Caitlin Fulton, D.O.
Family Practice
NPI 1093120594
3443 FARR RD
Fruitport, MI 49415
(231) 672-2900
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare8.4 mi
Chad Shelner, NP
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1497102800
2373 64TH ST SW SUITE 1300
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 685-1350
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare38 mi

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc.'s NPI number?

The NPI number for Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc. is 1740283787. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2005. The provider is doing business as Harbor Hospice.

Where is Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc. located?

Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc. is located at 1050 W Western Ave Ste 400, Muskegon, MI 49441. The listed phone number is (231) 728-3442.

What is Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc.'s specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Is Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc. enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc. is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc.?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 4 clinicians reassign their Medicare billing to Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc., in Family Practice and Nurse Practitioner. A reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for the clinician's services. Of these, 3 practice within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc. accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Oscar Insurance Company and Priority Health list Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc. 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hospice Of Muskegon County, Inc. was last updated on April 13, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.