Quick answers
- Does Kenneth J. Barkett accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Kenneth J. Barkett accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Kenneth J. Barkett see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 634 Original Medicare patients and 1,240 services for Kenneth J. Barkett. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Kenneth J. Barkett's NPI number?
- 1952389462. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Kenneth J. Barkett, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 634 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 1,240 |
| Different services or procedures | 16 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 75 |
Most frequent services
- Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (92012)511 services
- Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (66984)151 services
- Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye (92136)143 services
- Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser (66821)112 services
- Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more (99212)86 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High blood pressure75%
- High cholesterol70%
- Arthritis49%
- Diabetes35%
- Anxiety29%
- Ischemic heart disease25%
Hospitals where Kenneth J. Barkett works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Kenneth J. Barkett at these hospitals (updated October 2, 2026). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians. Star rating and emergency services: Hospital General Information (CMS), data updated October 26, 2026.
- Missouri Delta Medical CenterSikeston, MO · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 2 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 260113
Practice locations
Addresses where Kenneth J. Barkett is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 1008 N Main St, Missouri Delta Medical CenterSikeston, MO 63801 (573) 471‑1600
- 1012 N Main StSikeston, MO 63801 (573) 471‑0330
- 150 S Mount Auburn RdCape Girardeau, MO 63703
- 211 Saint Francis DrCape Girardeau, MO 63703
- 24 S Mount Auburn RdCape Girardeau, MO 63703
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Kenneth J. Barkett as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Saint Francis Medical Center443 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in Missouri
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Missouri — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Saint Francis Medical Center
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1980 (46 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1952389462 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Hospital General Information — CMS, data updated October 26, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians