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FARAHNAZ KOUSHA MD
NPI 1942278700
Family Medicine in Independence, MO

Active since March 09, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
17203 E 23RD ST S, INDEPENDENCE, MO 64057(816) 478-5252(816) 478-5251 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 19, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 19, 2020, Jul 10, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Farahnaz Kousha Md NPPES

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

FARAHNAZ KOUSHA MD (NPI 1942278700) is an individual family medicine provider in Independence, Missouri, licensed in Kansas (30568) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lafayette Regional Health Center, and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942278700
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameFARAHNAZ KOUSHACredential: MD
Location Address17203 E 23RD ST SIndependence, MO 64057-1859
Mailing AddressPo Box 838Shawnee Mission, KS 66201-0838 · (913) 469-4244 · Fax (913) 469-1939
Phone(816) 478-5252
Fax(816) 478-5251
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateMarch 9, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 19, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 19, 2020
✔ NPI 1942278700 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in KS · 30568✔ Licensed in MO · 2004034265
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

17203 E 23RD ST S, Independence, MO 64057
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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 Kansas City, Molina Healthcare.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

Farahnaz Kousha Md 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 ID3870559859
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050712000856
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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
87 services83 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
48 services47 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
34 services34 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
23 services23 patients
Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making 99282
An emergency department visit for a mild to moderate issue is when you seek immediate medical attention for a non-life-threatening condition. This could include minor injuries, moderate pain, or illnesses like the flu. During the visit, healthcare professionals assess your condition, provide treatment, and may recommend follow-up care.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lafayette Regional Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Lexington, MO
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number261320
Location1500 State StreetLexington, MO 64067 · Lafayette County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 64057 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $55.29 – $168.52
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $13.82 – $42.13)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.82 typical visit price
range $17.60 – $137.20
Typical copayment $24.45 (range $4.40 – $34.30)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

MIDWEST DIVISION - MCI, LLC
General Acute Care Hospital
17203 E 23RD ST S
INDEPENDENCE, MO 64057
Jackson County (816) 478-5000

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 Farahnaz Kousha's NPI number?

The NPI number for Farahnaz Kousha is 1942278700. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 9, 2006.

Where is Farahnaz Kousha located?

Farahnaz Kousha practices at 17203 E 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64057. The listed phone number is (816) 478-5252.

What is Farahnaz Kousha's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Farahnaz Kousha enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Farahnaz Kousha 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 Farahnaz Kousha accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City and Molina Healthcare list Farahnaz Kousha 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 Farahnaz Kousha affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Farahnaz Kousha is affiliated with Lafayette Regional Health Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Farahnaz Kousha was last updated on November 19, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.