Kimberly J. Bankston, ANP
Kimberly J. Bankston is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in El Paso, IL with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kimberly J. Bankston, ANP practices as part of a group family nurse practitioner practice in El Paso, IL. She graduated from University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) in 2000 and has 26+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Uses generic medications more than 73% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6895dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical
Contact & Location
Practice Location
385 S Orange St, El Paso, IL 61738-1613
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.33%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Illinois1.33% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.6%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.8 pts)
Better than 73% of reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
152
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
211
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,564
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $185k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
University of Illinois College of Medicine
26 years in practice
Experienced
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Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
Po Box 2451, Bloomington, IL 61702-2451
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Kimberly J. Bankston
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kimberly J. Bankston for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to El Paso required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kimberly J. Bankston
Dr. Bankston is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in El Paso, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (309) 527-4900.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kimberly J. Bankston
Practice Location
385 S Orange St, El Paso, IL 61738-1613
Mailing Address
Po Box 2451, Bloomington, IL 61702-2451
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