DR. HIMA B KONA MD
NPI 1982800603
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Cookeville, TN

Active since June 21, 2007PECOS Enrolled
81.27/100
CMS Quality Rating
145 W 4TH ST STE 201, COOKEVILLE, TN 38501(931) 783-2143(931) 783-2152 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 1, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 1, 2018, May 15, 2017, May 11, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Hima B Kona Md NPPES

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

DR. HIMA B KONA MD (NPI 1982800603) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Cookeville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD0000045979) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cumberland Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982800603
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDR. HIMA B KONACredential: MD
Location Address145 W 4TH ST STE 201Cookeville, TN 38501
Mailing Address127 N Oak Ave, Suite DCookeville, TN 38501-2435 · (931) 783-5857 · Fax (931) 526-6760
Fax(931) 783-2152
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 1, 20183 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1982800603 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in TN · MD0000045979
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
145 W 4TH ST STE 201, Cookeville, TN 38501

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid1520060TN
Medicaid7100186670KY
Other4267233TN · Bcbs

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 (PECOS)

Dr. Hima B Kona Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID3173648938
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100916000676
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 15

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.
1,538 services613 patients
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
1,175 services63 patients
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729
This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.
889 services609 patients
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726
This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.
551 services441 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
549 services441 patients
Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg J0696
Ceftriaxone sodium is an antibiotic injection used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Each injection contains 250 mg of the medicine. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.
423 services48 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Cumberland Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Crossville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440009
Location421 S Main StCrossville, TN 38555 · Cumberland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cookeville Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Cookeville, TN
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number440059
Location1 Medical Center BoulevardCookeville, TN 38501 · Putnam County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38501 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

81.27/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality82.36
Promoting Interoperability85
Improvement Activities40
Cost61.18

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
0%677 patients1/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
0%406 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
73%107 patients4/55-star benchmark: 87%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
32%325 patients2/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%5,102 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
98%4,652 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
0%1,182 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
82%1,818 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
0%1,814 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 93% · 1,435 patients
Patients screened: 96% · 1,435 patients
85%304 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
21%1,464 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
75%139 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 1,221 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 1,221 patients
0%1,221 patients5/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 35

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
12 suppliers105 claims105 services$45.68 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
11 suppliers78 claims171 services$1.87 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, non-disposable A7005
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
5 suppliers15 claims15 services$18.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Aerosol mask, used with dme nebulizer A7015
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
5 suppliers20 claims20 services$1.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
13 suppliers98 claims98 services$115.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
13 suppliers96 claims223 services$44.19 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 14

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

Physician Assistant
145 W 4TH ST STE 201
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
145 W 4TH ST STE 201
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
145 W 4TH ST STE 201
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
145 W 4TH ST STE 201
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Surgery
145 W 4TH ST STE 201
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
145 W 4TH ST STE 201
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
145 W 4TH ST STE 201
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
145 W 4TH ST STE 201
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501

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 Hima Kona's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hima Kona is 1982800603. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2007.

Where is Hima Kona located?

Hima Kona practices at 145 W 4th St Ste 201, Cookeville, TN 38501. The listed phone number is (931) 783-2143.

What is Hima Kona's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Hima Kona enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hima Kona is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Hima Kona accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Hima Kona 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 Hima Kona affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Hima Kona is affiliated with Cumberland Medical Center and Cookeville Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hima Kona was last updated on August 1, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.