Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kara Bales, NP
Family Nurse Practitioner · Kingsport, TN
- NPI 1366102675
- MIPS 53.7 / 100 · 2023
- 5 yrs on file
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4 Sheridan Sq Ste 102
Kingsport, TN 376607435
(423) 588-7140
fax (423) 588-7141 - Mailing address
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6016 Brookvale Ln Ste 200
Knoxville, TN 379194092
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2021 — 5 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 28, 2026
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #30732
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1366102675. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,362
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$218,208
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 450 | 135 | $98 | |
96132 |
Evaluation of neuropsychological test, first hour | 301 | 104 | $104 | |
96130 |
Evaluation of psychological test, first hour | 300 | 104 | $97 | |
96138 |
Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, first 30 minutes | 294 | 102 | $26 | |
G0396 |
Alcohol and/or substance (other than tobacco) misuse structured assessment (e.g., audit, dast), and brief intervention 15 to 30 minutes | 293 | 102 | $28 | |
80307 |
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers | 225 | 121 | $60 | |
G0483 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 222 | 119 | $238 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 84 | 33 | $59 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 52 | 26 | $84 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 49 | 11 | $59 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 64 peers in Kingsport Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 71. This provider delivers 47× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$39
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $39.12 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,257
Patients
875
Total drug cost
$278,545
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 551 | 140 | $11,038 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 534 | 120 | $18,822 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 531 | 137 | $8,694 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 489 | 137 | $15,975 |
| Lidocaine | Generic | 279 | 80 | $29,277 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 180 | 52 | $3,846 |
| Naltrexone Hcl | Generic | 141 | 15 | $63,763 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 120 | 38 | $1,160 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 102 | 27 | $5,991 |
| Naloxone Hcl | Generic | 86 | 83 | $7,385 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kara Bales's medical specialty?
Dr. Kara Bales practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Kingsport, TN.
Where does Dr. Kara Bales practice?
Dr. Kara Bales practices at 4 Sheridan Sq Ste 102, Kingsport, TN 376607435. Office phone: 4235887140.
What is Dr. Kara Bales's NPI?
Dr. Kara Bales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366102675, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Kara Bales commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Evaluation of neuropsychological test, first hour (HCPCS 96132); Evaluation of psychological test, first hour (HCPCS 96130). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.