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KATHRYN HAZEL WHITEHEAD PA-C
NPI 1831647510
Physician Assistant in Clyde, NC

Active since September 12, 2016PECOS Enrolled
490 HOSPITAL DR, CLYDE, NC 28721(828) 246-6372(828) 246-6371 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 16, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 27, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 16, 2026, Mar 27, 2026, Dec 8, 2022 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2016).

About Kathryn Hazel Whitehead Pa-c NPPES

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

KATHRYN HAZEL WHITEHEAD PA-C (NPI 1831647510) is an individual physician assistant in Clyde, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-16685) and active in the NPI registry since September 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831647510
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameKATHRYN HAZEL WHITEHEADCredential: PA-C
Location Address490 HOSPITAL DRClyde, NC 28721-8026
Mailing Address490 Hospital DrClyde, NC 28721-8026 · (828) 246-6372 · Fax (828) 246-6371
Phone(828) 246-6372
Fax(828) 246-6371
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateSeptember 12, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 16, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 16, 2026
✔ NPI 1831647510 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 0010-16685✔ Licensed in WA · PA60703191
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
490 HOSPITAL DR, Clyde, NC 28721
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Kathryn Hazel Whitehead Pa-c 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 ID4385924224
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161209001762
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 3

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.
171 services93 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.
74 services64 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Joseph Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bellingham, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number500030
Location2901 Squalicum ParkwayBellingham, WA 98225 · Whatcom County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28721 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

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.

SUSAN COPE KIMEL PT
Physical Therapist
490 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 2
CLYDE, NC 28721
Haywood County (828) 452-9477
DR. KELLY ERIN GARCIA M.D.
Family Medicine
490 HOSPITAL DR
CLYDE, NC 28721
Haywood County (828) 246-6372
RIVER MEDLIN
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
490 HOSPITAL DR
CLYDE, NC 28721
Haywood County (828) 692-4289
KEITH WHITEMAN D.O.
Family Medicine
490 HOSPITAL DR
CLYDE, NC 28721
Haywood County (828) 246-6372
GIANNA MARIE CATANIA-THOMAS LCSW, LCAS-A
Social Worker (Clinical)
490 HOSPITAL DR
CLYDE, NC 28721
Haywood County (828) 246-6372
REHABILITATION CONCEPTS
Physical Therapist
490 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 2
CLYDE, NC 28721
Haywood County (828) 452-9477
TRANSYLVANIA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL INC.
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
490 HOSPITAL DR
CLYDE, NC 28721
Haywood County (828) 454-7286
DR. JESSICA SMITH PIOR MD
Family Medicine
490 HOSPITAL DR
CLYDE, NC 28721
Haywood County (828) 246-6372

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 Kathryn Whitehead's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kathryn Whitehead is 1831647510. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 12, 2016.

Where is Kathryn Whitehead located?

Kathryn Whitehead practices at 490 Hospital Dr, Clyde, NC 28721. The listed phone number is (828) 246-6372.

What is Kathryn Whitehead's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Kathryn Whitehead enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kathryn Whitehead 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 Kathryn Whitehead accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Kathryn Whitehead 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 Kathryn Whitehead affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kathryn Whitehead is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kathryn Whitehead was last updated on September 16, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.