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KAREN V GOLBA NP
NPI 1861848509
Nurse Practitioner in Akron, OH

Active since May 12, 2016PECOS Enrolled
61.2/100
CMS Quality Rating
472 E WATERLOO RD, AKRON, OH 44319(330) 622-4495 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 2, 2026, Sep 20, 2025, Sep 12, 2025 and 6 more (9 updates tracked since 2016).

About Karen V Golba Np NPPES

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

KAREN V GOLBA NP (NPI 1861848509) is an individual nurse practitioner in Akron, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (18697) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in Calcutta.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861848509
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameKAREN V GOLBACredential: NP
Location Address472 E WATERLOO RDAkron, OH 44319-1245
Mailing Address1430 Oak Ct Ste 100Beavercreek, OH 45430-1064 · (937) 404-1101 · Fax (937) 404-1210
Phone(330) 622-4495
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateMay 12, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJune 2, 20269 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 2, 2026
✔ NPI 1861848509 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in OH · 18697
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
472 E WATERLOO RD, Akron, OH 44319
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 148462 Bell School Rd Ste DCalcutta, OH 43920-9625 · Phone (330) 921-4175 · Fax (330) 921-4171

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0296034OH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Karen V Golba Np is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Karen Golba reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Sch Professional Corporation
37 mi
Family Medicine
1995 E STATE ST
Salem, OH 44460
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 67 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1619959822 (330) 332-7524
Hometown Urgent Care Of Michigan, P.C.
160 mi
Urgent Care
6210 BRANDT PIKE
Huber Heights, OH 45424
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Hometown Urgent Care Of Michigan PC
  • 168 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1790030385 (937) 236-8630

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 4

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 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.
84 services80 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
50 services50 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza 87428
This test uses a method called immunoassay to identify severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza. It works by detecting specific proteins (antigens) in a sample, like a nasal swab. It's a powerful tool in diagnosing these viral infections.
17 services17 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.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 44319 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
$84.72 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

61.2/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality45.69
Improvement Activities40
Cost70.24

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

ELISE T CASTELLI CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
472 E WATERLOO RD
AKRON, OH 44319
Summit County (330) 622-4495

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 Karen Golba's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Golba is 1861848509. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2016.

Where is Karen Golba located?

Karen Golba practices at 472 E Waterloo Rd, Akron, OH 44319. The listed phone number is (330) 622-4495.

What is Karen Golba's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Karen Golba enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Golba is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Karen Golba's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Karen Golba reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Sch Professional Corporation (Salem, OH) and Hometown Urgent Care Of Michigan, P.C. (Huber Heights, OH). 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 Karen Golba's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Karen Golba accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and MedMutual and 2 other insurers list Karen Golba 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 Karen Golba was last updated on June 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.