CATHERINE KIRBY TANNER KURTZ MD
NPI 1780908244
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Asheville, NC

Q: What is Catherine Kurtz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Catherine Kurtz is 1780908244. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 26, 2010.

Q: What is Catherine Kurtz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Catherine Kurtz was last updated on August 19, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 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.

Active since March 26, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

91.1/100

CMS Quality Rating

143 ASHELAND AVE, ASHEVILLE, NC 28801(828) 258-9191 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 19, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Catherine Kirby Tanner Kurtz Md NPPES

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

CATHERINE KIRBY TANNER KURTZ MD (NPI 1780908244) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Asheville, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (201401287) and active in the NPI registry since March 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce, and is a graduate of University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780908244

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207V00000X

Provider Legal NameCATHERINE KIRBY TANNER KURTZCredential: MD

Location Address143 ASHELAND AVEAsheville, NC 28801-4013

Mailing Address27 Farrwood AveAsheville, NC 28804-3602 · (828) 289-0294

Phone(828) 258-9191

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated 2010

Enumeration DateMarch 26, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 19, 2024

NPPES CertifiedAugust 19, 2024

✔ NPI 1780908244 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207V00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 201401287

Definition

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

143 ASHELAND AVE, Asheville, NC 28801

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, UnitedHealthcare.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

Catherine Kirby Tanner Kurtz 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 ID9931337896

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150122000684

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 8

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.

Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101

This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.

86 services86 patients

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.

45 services35 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.

38 services34 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

37 services37 patients

Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory Q0091

A Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.

15 services15 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce

Acute Care Hospitals · Asheville, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340002

Location509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801 · Buncombe County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28801 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

$125.01 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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.

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.

91.1/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

90.09

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

80.24

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan

0%125 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Breast Cancer Screening

96%521 patients5/55-star benchmark: 93%

Cervical Cancer Screening

96%1,365 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

42%257 patients2/55-star benchmark: 87%

Colorectal Cancer Screening

70%718 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

95%2,716 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

99%636 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Maternity Care: Postpartum Follow-up and Care Coordination

0%68 patients1/55-star benchmark: 58%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

70%1,586 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented

39%2,211 patients3/55-star benchmark: 61%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients combinedPopulations: 90% · 1,620 patients

Patients screened: 91% · 1,620 patients

59%41 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling

Patients screened: 29% · 1,562 patients

29%1,562 patients

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

97%796 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 15

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

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