SUSAN L KNOWLES MD
NPI 1750583092
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Minden, NV

Active since May 31, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
897 IRONWOOD DR, MINDEN, NV 89423(775) 782-1610(775) 782-2310 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 8, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 8, 2025, Mar 17, 2020, Jun 7, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Susan L Knowles Md NPPES

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

SUSAN L KNOWLES MD (NPI 1750583092) is an individual rheumatology provider in Minden, Nevada, licensed in Nevada (14138) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Nevada School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1750583092
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameSUSAN L KNOWLESCredential: MD
Location Address897 IRONWOOD DRMinden, NV 89423-5198
Mailing Address897 Ironwood DrMinden, NV 89423-5198 · (775) 782-1610 · Fax (775) 782-2310
Fax(775) 782-2310
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nevada School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateMay 31, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 8, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 8, 2025
NPI 1750583092 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License Licensed in NV · 14138
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
897 IRONWOOD DR, Minden, NV 89423

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1184601239NV

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

Susan L Knowles 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 ID4183778152
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120727000603
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.
1,104 services644 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
141 services22 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.
50 services44 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.
41 services41 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
31 services24 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
15 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Renown Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Reno, NV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number290001
Location1155 Mill StreetReno, NV 89502 · Washoe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Carson City, NV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number290019
Location1600 Medical ParkwayCarson City, NV 89703 · Carson City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carson Valley Health

Critical Access Hospitals · Gardnerville, NV
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number291306
Location1107 Highway 395Gardnerville, NV 89410 · Douglas County
Emergency services

Banner Churchill Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Fallon, NV
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number291313
Location801 East Williams AvenueFallon, NV 89406 · Churchill County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 89423 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
$131.25 typical visit price
range $57.07 – $173.24
Typical copayment $32.81 (range $14.26 – $43.31)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.60 typical visit price
range $18.27 – $140.96
Typical copayment $25.15 (range $4.56 – $35.24)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%886 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%3,453 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
54%1,772 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%48 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pain Assessment and Follow-Up
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present
50%3,453 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
70%785 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
96%1,768 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
10%89 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
90%785 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Psoriasis: Tuberculosis (TB) Prevention for Patients with Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients on a Biological Immune Response Modifier
Percentage of patients whose providers are ensuring active tuberculosis prevention either through yearly negative standard tuberculosis screening tests or are reviewing the patient's history to determine if they have had appropriate management for a recent or…
99%226 patients
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
38%785 patients2/55-star benchmark: 79%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

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
3 suppliers16 claims16 services$97.54 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$27.93 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 5

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

Clinic/Center (Occupational Medicine)
897 IRONWOOD DR
MINDEN, NV 89423
Family Medicine
897 IRONWOOD DR
MINDEN, NV 89423
Physician Assistant
897 IRONWOOD DR
MINDEN, NV 89423
Nurse Practitioner
897 IRONWOOD DR
MINDEN, NV 89423
Nurse Practitioner
897 IRONWOOD DR
MINDEN, NV 89423

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 Susan Knowles's NPI number?

The NPI number for Susan Knowles is 1750583092. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 31, 2007.

Where is Susan Knowles located?

Susan Knowles practices at 897 Ironwood Dr, Minden, NV 89423. The listed phone number is (775) 782-1610.

What is Susan Knowles's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Susan Knowles enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Susan Knowles 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 Susan Knowles accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health list Susan Knowles 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 Susan Knowles affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Susan Knowles is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Carson Valley Health and Banner Churchill Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Susan Knowles was last updated on January 8, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.