DR. CARLA CHRISTINE KEIRNS MD, PHD
NPI 1912044843
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Kansas City, KS

Q: What is Carla Keirns's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carla Keirns is 1912044843. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 31, 2007.

Q: What is Carla Keirns's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carla Keirns was last updated on July 17, 2015. 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.

Active since January 31, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

91.89/100

CMS Quality Rating

3901 RAINBOW BOULEVARD, MAIL STOP 1025, KUMC HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF MEDICINE, KANSAS CITY, KS 66160(913) 588-7040(913) 588-7060 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. Carla Christine Keirns Md, Phd NPPES

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

DR. CARLA CHRISTINE KEIRNS MD, PHD (NPI 1912044843) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Kansas City, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (04-38178) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital, and is a graduate of Perelman School Of Med At The University Of Pennsylvania (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912044843

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameDR. CARLA CHRISTINE KEIRNSCredential: MD, PHD

Location Address3901 RAINBOW BOULEVARD, MAIL STOP 1025, KUMC HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF MEDICINEKansas City, KS 66160

Mailing Address3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Mail Stop 1025, Kumc History & Philosophy Of MedicineKansas City, KS 66160 · (913) 588-7040 · Fax (913) 588-7060

Phone(913) 588-7040

Fax(913) 588-7060

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSPerelman School Of Med At The University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated 2003

Enumeration DateJanuary 31, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 2015

✔ NPI 1912044843 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

Licenses✔ Licensed in KS · 04-38178✔ Licensed in NY · 253334

Definition

An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 4301086937 (MI), 253334 (NY), 14508 (NH), 2009-01300 (NC), 241519 (MA), MD427336 (PA)

Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 253334 (NY)

3901 RAINBOW BOULEVARD, MAIL STOP 1025, Kansas City, KS 66160

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. and more.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

Dr. Carla Christine Keirns Md, Phd 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 ID9335291178

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150825005616

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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

44 services26 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

29 services29 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

18 services11 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

16 services15 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Kansas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, KS

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number170040

Location4000 Cambridge StreetKansas City, KS 66160 · Wyandotte 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.

91.89/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

75.17

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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 Carla Keirns's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carla Keirns is 1912044843. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 31, 2007.

Where is Carla Keirns located?

Carla Keirns practices at 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Mail Stop 1025 Kumc History & Philosophy Of Medicine, Kansas City, KS 66160. The listed phone number is (913) 588-7040.

What is Carla Keirns's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Carla Keirns enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carla Keirns 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 Carla Keirns accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. and Oscar Insurance Company list Carla Keirns 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 Carla Keirns affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carla Keirns is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carla Keirns was last updated on July 17, 2015. 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.