Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Krista Mertens, OT

Occupational Therapist (CMS: Occupational Therapist in Private Practice) · Puyallup, WA

  • NPI 1518031467
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 37 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

Operates at 2 locations .

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
3801 5Th St Se Ste 220
Puyallup, WA 983742106
(253) 445-4258
fax (253) 445-4724
Additional location
5210 Corporate Center CT Se, Suite D
Lacey, WA 985035952
(360) 455-8155
fax (360) 455-1655
Mailing address
5210 Corporate Center CT Se, Suite D
Lacey, WA 985035952

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
July 10, 2019
Year of graduation
1989 — 37 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
225X00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Washington #OT00001454
Medicaid
WA #8368946

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518031467. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
1,536
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$38,358
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
97530 Therapy procedure using functional activities 457 37 $32
97110 Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes 389 40 $22
97140 Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 340 40 $20
97022 Application of whirlpool therapy 254 39 $11
97112 Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes 55 12 $28
97166 Evaluation for occupational therapy, typically 45 minutes 41 39 $99

In context: peer comparison

Among 3 peers in Puyallup Occupational Therapist, average services per provider: 213. This provider delivers 7.2× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Krista Mertens's medical specialty?
Dr. Krista Mertens practices Occupational Therapist in Puyallup, WA.
Where does Dr. Krista Mertens practice?
Dr. Krista Mertens practices at 3801 5Th St Se Ste 220, Puyallup, WA 983742106. Office phone: 2534454258.
What is Dr. Krista Mertens's NPI?
Dr. Krista Mertens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518031467, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Krista Mertens accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Krista Mertens accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Krista Mertens commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using functional activities (HCPCS 97530); Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Therapy procedure using manual technique (HCPCS 97140). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.