TARA L SANDS DNP
NPI 1992035778
Nurse Practitioner in Council Bluffs, IA

Q: What is Tara Sands's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tara Sands is 1992035778. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 30, 2009. The provider is also known as Tara L. Hytrek Dnp.

Q: What is Tara Sands's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tara Sands was last updated on November 6, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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 December 30, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3135 W BROADWAY, COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501(712) 328-9100(712) 328-0095 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 6, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Tara L Sands Dnp NPPES

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

TARA L SANDS DNP (NPI 1992035778) is an individual nurse practitioner in Council Bluffs, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (A123906) and active in the NPI registry since December 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs, and maintains a secondary practice location in Council Bluffs.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992035778

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363L00000X

Provider Legal NameTARA L SANDSCredential: DNP

Location Address3135 W BROADWAYCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501

Mailing Address7261 Mercy RdOmaha, NE 68124-2311

Phone(712) 328-9100

Fax(712) 328-0095

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateDecember 30, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 6, 2018

✔ NPI 1992035778 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363L00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in IA · A123906✔ Licensed in NE · 111084

Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

3135 W BROADWAY, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Tara L. Hytrek Dnp

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1715 Harmony St, 2nd FloorCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503-3147 · Phone (712) 328-8500 · Fax (712) 325-2445

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health 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

Tara L Sands Dnp 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 ID9436284130

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100319000714

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 8

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.

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

143 services86 patients

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.

111 services72 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.

104 services63 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.

43 services43 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

38 services19 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs

Acute Care Hospitals · Council Bluffs, IA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number160028

Location800 Mercy DriveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503 · Pottawattamie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Chi Health Immanuel

Acute Care Hospitals · Omaha, NE

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number280081

Location6901 North 72nd StOmaha, NE 68122 · Douglas County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 51501 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

$81.84 typical visit price

range $52.96 – $161.40

Typical copayment $20.46 (range $13.24 – $40.35)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$94.05 typical visit price

range $16.91 – $131.98

Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $32.99)

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 2

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

7 suppliers17 claims38 services$5.22 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

2 suppliers11 claims11 services$168.35 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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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.

KIMBERLY BUTTS M.D.

Family Medicine