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DR. KENT ERIC GARDNER M.D.
NPI 1881702355
Otolaryngology - Facial Plastic Surgery in St George, UT

Active since August 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
1490 E FOREMASTER DR, SUITE 350, ST GEORGE, UT 84790(435) 628-3334(435) 628-3375 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 2, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Kent Eric Gardner M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KENT ERIC GARDNER M.D. (NPI 1881702355) is an individual facial plastic surgery provider in St George, Utah, licensed in Utah (371391-1205) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cedar City Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Utah School Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881702355
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207YS0123X
Provider Legal NameDR. KENT ERIC GARDNERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1490 E FOREMASTER DR, SUITE 350St George, UT 84790-4488
Mailing Address1490 E Foremaster Dr, Suite 350St George, UT 84790-4488 · (435) 628-3334 · Fax (435) 628-3375
Phone(435) 628-3334
Fax(435) 628-3375
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Utah School Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateAugust 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 2, 2014
✔ NPI 1881702355 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngology · Facial Plastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207YS0123X
License✔ Licensed in UT · 371391-1205
Definition
An otolaryngologist who specializes in facial plastic surgery.
1490 E FOREMASTER DR, St George, UT 84790
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINF87361UT
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified000012148UT

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Molina Healthcare, Select Health, University of Utah Health Plans.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

Dr. Kent Eric Gardner 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 ID547234536
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040913000393
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 9

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.
134 services92 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.
126 services92 patients
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope 31575
This procedure involves a doctor examining your voice box using a flexible endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera. It's inserted through your nose or mouth to visualize your throat area. It helps detect any abnormalities in your voice box, ensuring optimal vocal health.
74 services53 patients
Ct scan of face without contrast 70486
A CT scan of the face without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your face, including bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels. It's often used to diagnose diseases, injuries, or abnormalities. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.
59 services53 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
58 services58 patients
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope 31231
A diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope is a non-invasive procedure. A small, flexible tube with a light and camera at the end, called an endoscope, is inserted into the nose. This allows the doctor to view the nasal passages and sinuses, helping to identify any issues.
50 services29 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Cedar City Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cedar City, UT
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number460007
Location1303 North Main StreetCedar City, UT 84721 · Iron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St. George Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · St George, UT
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number460021
Location1380 East Medical Center DriveSt George, UT 84790 · Washington 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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Acute Otitis Externa (AOE): Topical Therapy
Percentage of patients aged 2 years and older with a diagnosis of AOE who were prescribed topical preparations
11%27 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
92%532 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
99%1,837 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
29%536 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
12%26 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%365 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
44%346 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
88%948 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
90%283 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
64%346 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

AUBREY HOOPES
Recreation Therapist
1490 E FOREMASTER DR
ST GEORGE, UT 84790
Washington County (435) 674-5194
ROBERT M COPE MD PC
Urology
1490 E FOREMASTER DR, 300
SAINT GEORGE, UT 84790
Washington County (435) 688-2104
BRITTANY GARCIA AU.D.
Audiologist
1490 E FOREMASTER DR, SUITE 360
ST GEORGE, UT 84790
Washington County (435) 688-8866
MELISSA J HINTON DNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1490 E FOREMASTER DR, STE 220
ST GEORGE, UT 84790
Washington County (435) 216-7000
DR. METTE HANSEN MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1490 E FOREMASTER DR
ST GEORGE, UT 84790
Washington County (435) 628-9393
RAY STAYNER RICHARDS M.D.
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
1490 E FOREMASTER DR, BUILDING C
ST GEORGE, UT 84790
Washington County (435) 627-5327
DR. MICHAEL ANDERSON M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
1490 E FOREMASTER DR, #150
ST GEORGE, UT 84790
Washington County (435) 628-9393
DR. AARON MICHAEL O'BRIEN MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
1490 E FOREMASTER DR, STE 150
ST GEORGE, UT 84790
Washington County (435) 628-9393

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 Kent Gardner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kent Gardner is 1881702355. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 26, 2006.

Where is Kent Gardner located?

Kent Gardner practices at 1490 E Foremaster Dr Suite 350, St George, UT 84790. The listed phone number is (435) 628-3334.

What is Kent Gardner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology, specializing in Facial Plastic Surgery, with taxonomy code 207YS0123X.

Is Kent Gardner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kent Gardner 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 Kent Gardner accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare, Select Health and University of Utah Health Plans list Kent Gardner 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 Kent Gardner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kent Gardner is affiliated with Cedar City Hospital and St. George Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kent Gardner was last updated on October 2, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.