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KRISTINA B NEWPORT M.D.
NPI 1821201443
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Hershey, PA

Active since May 08, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
71.78/100
CMS Quality Rating
500 UNIVERSITY DR, HERSHEY, PA 17033(717) 531-6263(717) 531-4328 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 27, 2018, Sep 21, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Kristina B Newport M.d. NPPES

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

KRISTINA B NEWPORT M.D. (NPI 1821201443) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Hershey, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD438348) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Milton S Hershey Medical Center, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821201443
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameKRISTINA B NEWPORTCredential: M.D.
Location Address500 UNIVERSITY DRHershey, PA 17033
Mailing AddressPo Box 858, Mc A410Hershey, PA 17033-0858 · (800) 243-1455
Phone(717) 531-6263
Fax(717) 531-4328
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateMay 8, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1821201443 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD438348
Definition
An internal 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 ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MT186385 (PA)
500 UNIVERSITY DR, Hershey, PA 17033
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid102436562PA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kristina B Newport M.d. 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 ID2163559642
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100415000436
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Kristina Newport reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

The Milton S Hershey Medical Center Physicians Group
0.1 mi
Orthopaedic Surgery
500 UNIVERSITY DR
Hershey, PA 17033
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 2,216 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1710951744 (800) 243-1455
Penn State Health Medical Group, LLC
3.0 mi
Family Medicine
100 CRYSTAL A DR
Hershey, PA 17033
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 994 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1457110793 (833) 774-3627

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

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.
98 services51 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.
91 services50 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.
16 services14 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
15 services15 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
12 services11 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.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Milton S Hershey Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hershey, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390256
Location500 University DriveHershey, PA 17033 · Dauphin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

71.78/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality48.32
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.63

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
2 suppliers21 claims21 services$89.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$34.91 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.

MR. DANIEL MICHAEL WEISS I PA-C
Physician Assistant
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-7299
NICOLE SWALLOW M.D.
Internal Medicine
500 UNIVERSITY DR, H088
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-1692
NEERAV GOYAL M.D.
Otolaryngology
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-8521
KARIMA C FITZGERALD M.D.
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-8887
DR. ANTHONY SIMON BONAVIA M.D.
Anesthesiology (Critical Care Medicine)
500 UNIVERSITY DR, BOX 3951, DAVISON BLDG, TRENT DRIVE
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-8521
DR. HIROKO SHIKE MD
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
500 UNIVERSITY DR, HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-8615
MARIUM TARIQ M.D.
Family Medicine
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-8521
KANTHI BANGALORE KRISHNA MBBS
Pediatrics (Pediatric Endocrinology)
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (800) 243-1455

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 Kristina Newport's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kristina Newport is 1821201443. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 8, 2007.

Where is Kristina Newport located?

Kristina Newport practices at 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033. The listed phone number is (717) 531-6263.

What is Kristina Newport's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Kristina Newport enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kristina Newport 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Kristina Newport's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kristina Newport reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: The Milton S Hershey Medical Center Physicians Group (Hershey, PA) and Penn State Health Medical Group, LLC (Hershey, PA). Each 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 Kristina Newport's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Kristina Newport affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kristina Newport is affiliated with Milton S Hershey Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kristina Newport was last updated on August 27, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.