Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Katharine Gurba, MD
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · Anesthesiology Physician · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1174938369
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.3 / 100 · 2023
- 12 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Dept Anesthesiology
Saint Louis, MO 631101003
(800) 862-9980
fax (314) 362-1185 - Mailing address
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Po Box 7412011
Chicago, IL 606742011
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 17, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2017031996
- Medicaid
- MO #200058668
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1174938369. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
369
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$24,608
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 132 | 67 | $49 | |
01996 |
Daily hospital management of continuous spinal drug administration | 42 | 23 | $62 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 40 | 39 | $82 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 38 | 23 | $65 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 32 | 25 | $93 | |
62324 |
Insertion of tube and injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal | 28 | 28 | $89 | |
64488 |
Injection of local anesthetic for abdominal wall pain control on both sides using imaging guidance | 25 | 25 | $68 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 19 | 13 | $98 | |
64999 |
Other procedure on nervous system | 13 | 12 | $56 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in this city , average services per provider: 98. This provider delivers 3.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$315
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPR Therapeutics, Inc | 1 | $128.87 | |
| MML US, Inc. | 3 | $118.78 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $38.69 | |
| Avanos Medical | 1 | $29.06 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
224
Patients
30
Total drug cost
$8,493
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pregabalin | Generic | 64 | 18 | $4,488 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 52 | 12 | $704 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 24 | 0 | $193 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 20 | 0 | $215 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 18 | 0 | $232 |
| Lidocaine | Generic | 16 | 0 | $1,705 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $557 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $399 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Katharine Gurba's medical specialty?
Dr. Katharine Gurba practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Katharine Gurba practice?
Dr. Katharine Gurba practices at 1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO 631101003. Office phone: 8008629980.
What is Dr. Katharine Gurba's NPI?
Dr. Katharine Gurba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174938369, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Katharine Gurba accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Katharine Gurba accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Katharine Gurba commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Daily hospital management of continuous spinal drug administration (HCPCS 01996); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99221). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.