MICHAEL C KERKERING M.D.
NPI 1881602910
Internal Medicine in Spokane, WA

Active since August 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
624 E FRONT AVE, SPOKANE, WA 99202(509) 626-9900 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 24, 2025, Oct 19, 2021, Nov 27, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Michael C Kerkering M.d. NPPES

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

MICHAEL C KERKERING M.D. (NPI 1881602910) is an individual internal medicine provider in Spokane, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00034069) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Prov Sacred Hrt Med Ctr & Childs Hosp., and maintains 5 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881602910
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL C KERKERINGCredential: M.D.
Location Address624 E FRONT AVESpokane, WA 99202-2139
Mailing AddressPo Box 31001-4114Pasadena, CA 91110-0001 · (866) 747-2455
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 24, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 24, 2025
NPI 1881602910 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in WA · MD00034069
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineTaxonomy 207RG0300X · License MD00034069 (WA)
624 E FRONT AVE, Spokane, WA 99202

Secondary Practice Locations 5

Location 15633 N Lidgerwood StSpokane, WA 99208-1224 · Phone (509) 482-0111 · Fax (509) 598-2102
Location 2820 S McClellan St Ste 200Spokane, WA 99204-2456 · Phone (509) 747-1144 · Fax (509) 598-2102
Location 316528 E Desmet Ct Ste B2100Spokane Valley, WA 99216-3522 · Phone (509) 944-2440 · Fax (509) 227-7070
Location 4101 W 8th AveSpokane, WA 99204-2307 · Phone (509) 474-3131 · Fax (509) 598-2102
Location 51215 N McDonald Rd, Ste 101Spokane Valley, WA 99216-1048 · Phone (509) 924-1950 · Fax (509) 921-0017

Other Identifiers 2

Other910987719WA · Premera
Medicaid8207557WA

Accepted 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

Michael C Kerkering 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 ID2860484185
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040330000700
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 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.
185 services147 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.
117 services79 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
45 services45 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Prov Sacred Hrt Med Ctr & Childs Hosp.

Acute Care Hospitals · Spokane, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500054
Location101 West 8th AvenueSpokane, WA 99204 · Spokane County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Providence Holy Family Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Spokane, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500077
Location5633 North LidgerwoodSpokane, WA 99208 · Spokane County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99202 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
15 suppliers33 claims73 services$6.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
6 suppliers13 claims13 services$1.15 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers15 claims15 services$35.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
7 suppliers13 claims13 services$57.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers13 claims13 services$18.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
9 suppliers19 claims114 services$2.52 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.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
624 E FRONT AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99202
Internal Medicine
624 E FRONT AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99202
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
624 E FRONT AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99202
Orthopaedic Surgery
624 E FRONT AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99202
Internal Medicine
624 E FRONT AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99202
Internal Medicine
624 E FRONT AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
624 E FRONT AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99202
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
624 E FRONT AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99202

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 Michael Kerkering's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Kerkering is 1881602910. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2006.

Where is Michael Kerkering located?

Michael Kerkering practices at 624 E Front Ave, Spokane, WA 99202. The listed phone number is (509) 626-9900.

What is Michael Kerkering's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Michael Kerkering enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Kerkering 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 Michael Kerkering accept?

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

According to CMS data, Michael Kerkering is affiliated with Prov Sacred Hrt Med Ctr & Childs Hosp. and Providence Holy Family Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Kerkering was last updated on November 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.