Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kara Widhalm, PA-C
Physician Assistant · Physician Assistant · Surgical Physician Assistant · Council Bluffs, IA
- NPI 1740945757
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 95.3 / 100 · 2023
- 5 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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800 Mercy Dr
Council Bluffs, IA 515033128
(712) 328-5230 - Additional location
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222 N 192Nd St
Elkhorn, NE 680225363
(402) 390-4111
fax (402) 390-4115
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2021 — 5 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 15, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2021 — 5 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Iowa #112274 · Nebraska #2681
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740945757. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
184
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$18,147
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 69 | 69 | $139 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 62 | 60 | $96 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 38 | 36 | $56 | |
99282 |
Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making | 15 | 15 | $33 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in this city , average services per provider: 96. This provider delivers 1.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
73
Patients
58
Total drug cost
$487
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 26 | 25 | $195 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 20 | 20 | $189 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 14 | 13 | $18 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $85 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kara Widhalm's medical specialty?
Dr. Kara Widhalm practices Physician Assistant in Council Bluffs, IA.
Where does Dr. Kara Widhalm practice?
Dr. Kara Widhalm practices at 800 Mercy Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 515033128. Office phone: 7123285230.
What is Dr. Kara Widhalm's NPI?
Dr. Kara Widhalm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740945757, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kara Widhalm accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kara Widhalm accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kara Widhalm commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.