Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kurt Tarwater, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Columbia, MO
- NPI 1134230097
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1020 Hitt St
Columbia, MO 652120001
(573) 882-8788
fax (573) 882-3131 - Mailing address
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Po Box 843966
Kansas City, MO 641843966
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 12, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2008019277
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134230097. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
887
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$130,886
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 162 | 71 | $76 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 138 | 34 | $279 | |
90962 |
Dialysis services, 1 physician visit per month (20 years or older) | 115 | 33 | $190 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 108 | 45 | $69 | |
90945 |
Dialysis procedure including 1 evaluation | 64 | 21 | $81 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 64 | 39 | $91 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 63 | 36 | $114 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 53 | 17 | $336 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 44 | 40 | $166 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 35 | 34 | $125 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 120. This provider delivers 7.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$119
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 1 | $23.22 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $22.85 | |
| Biobeat USA Inc. | 1 | $22.05 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 2 | $20.13 | |
| NXSTAGE MEDICAL, INC. | 1 | $15.96 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $15.27 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
870
Patients
89
Total drug cost
$112,717
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 123 | 18 | $782 |
| Nifedipine Er (Nifedipine) | Brand | 92 | 17 | $3,310 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 89 | 13 | $669 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 88 | 19 | $20,039 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 70 | 0 | $528 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 56 | 11 | $3,465 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 56 | 11 | $415 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 49 | 0 | $471 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 48 | 0 | $324 |
| Auryxia (Ferric Citrate) | Brand | 47 | 0 | $81,097 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kurt Tarwater's medical specialty?
Dr. Kurt Tarwater practices Nephrology Physician in Columbia, MO.
Where does Dr. Kurt Tarwater practice?
Dr. Kurt Tarwater practices at 1020 Hitt St, Columbia, MO 652120001. Office phone: 5738828788.
What is Dr. Kurt Tarwater's NPI?
Dr. Kurt Tarwater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134230097, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kurt Tarwater accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kurt Tarwater accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kurt Tarwater commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90961); Dialysis services, 1 physician visit per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90962). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.