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WHITNEY BARNEKOFF MCKINLEY FNP-C
NPI 1861979965
Nurse Practitioner in Great Falls, MT

Active since July 23, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.46/100
CMS Quality Rating
1117 29TH ST S, GREAT FALLS, MT 59405(406) 731-8888(406) 731-8318 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 8, 2024, Apr 5, 2021, Aug 23, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Whitney Barnekoff Mckinley Fnp-c NPPES

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

WHITNEY BARNEKOFF MCKINLEY FNP-C (NPI 1861979965) is an individual nurse practitioner in Great Falls, Montana, licensed in Montana (NUR-APRN-LIC-131513) and active in the NPI registry since July 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861979965
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameWHITNEY BARNEKOFF MCKINLEYCredential: FNP-C
Location Address1117 29TH ST SGreat Falls, MT 59405-5306
Mailing Address1117 29th St SGreat Falls, MT 59405-5306 · (406) 731-8888
Phone(406) 731-8888
Fax(406) 731-8318
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJuly 23, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 8, 2024
✔ NPI 1861979965 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in MT · NUR-APRN-LIC-131513
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.
Also ListedRegistered Nurse · OncologyTaxonomy 163WX0200X · License 38208 (MT)
1117 29TH ST S, Great Falls, MT 59405
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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 Montana, PacificSource Health Plans, 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

Whitney Barnekoff Mckinley Fnp-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 ID3173876109
PECOS Enrollment IDI20181022001573
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 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 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.
227 services153 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.
90 services66 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.
43 services38 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.
22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Benefis Hospitals Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Great Falls, MT
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number270012
Location1101 26th St SGreat Falls, MT 59405 · Cascade County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Benefis Teton Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Choteau, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271307
Location915 4th St NWChoteau, MT 59422 · Teton County
Emergency services

Northern Montana Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Havre, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271348
Location30 13th StHavre, MT 59501 · Hill County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 59405 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
$87.97 typical visit price
range $56.81 – $172.26
Typical copayment $21.99 (range $14.20 – $43.06)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$100.16 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.32
Typical copayment $25.04 (range $4.56 – $35.08)
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.

80.46/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality93.1
Promoting Interoperability75
Improvement Activities40
Cost62.61

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Power wheelchair, group 2 standard, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds K0823
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD009N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$154.69 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 17

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

BENEFIS HEALTHCARE PRACTITIONERS, PC
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1117 29TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 731-8150
BENEFIS HEALTHCARE PRACTITIONERS, PC
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
1117 29TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 731-8240
BIG SKY ONCOLOGY
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1117 29TH ST S, SUITE 500
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 731-8100
MR. DONALD HALL BERDEAUX MD
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1117 29TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 731-8200
ETHAN MICHAEL CLARK HOWE CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1117 29TH ST S, SUITE 500
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 731-8100
MS. DEVIN M NELSON PA-C
Physician Assistant
1117 29TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 731-8888
PATRICK TANG MD
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1117 29TH ST S, BENEFIS SLETTEN CANCER CENTER
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 731-8200
LISA HARTLEY
Registered Nurse (Oncology)
1117 29TH ST S
GREAT FALLS, MT 59405
Cascade County (406) 731-8200

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 Whitney Mckinley's NPI number?

The NPI number for Whitney Mckinley is 1861979965. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 23, 2018.

Where is Whitney Mckinley located?

Whitney Mckinley practices at 1117 29th St S, Great Falls, MT 59405. The listed phone number is (406) 731-8888.

What is Whitney Mckinley's specialty?

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

Is Whitney Mckinley enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Whitney Mckinley 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 Whitney Mckinley accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, PacificSource Health Plans and Providence Health Plan list Whitney Mckinley 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 Whitney Mckinley affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Whitney Mckinley is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc, Benefis Teton Medical Center and Northern Montana Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Whitney Mckinley was last updated on April 8, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.