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STEVE NUNES PA-C
NPI 1033582606
Physician Assistant in Hendersonville, NC

Active since November 04, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.8/100
CMS Quality Rating
100 HOSPITAL DR, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792(828) 650-8167(828) 687-0729 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 5, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 5, 2025, Mar 4, 2024, Feb 22, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2015).

About Steve Nunes Pa-c NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

STEVE NUNES PA-C (NPI 1033582606) is an individual physician assistant in Hendersonville, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-13899) and active in the NPI registry since November 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033582606
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameSTEVE NUNESCredential: PA-C
Location Address100 HOSPITAL DRHendersonville, NC 28792-5272
Mailing AddressPo Box 1869Fletcher, NC 28732-1869 · Fax (828) 650-8076
Phone(828) 650-8167
Fax(828) 687-0729
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateNovember 4, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 5, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 5, 2025
✔ NPI 1033582606 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 0010-13899✔ Licensed in FL · 9109211
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
100 HOSPITAL DR, Hendersonville, NC 28792
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1571 S Allen RdFlat Rock, NC 28731-9447 · Phone (828) 692-6178 · Fax (828) 692-2365
Location 21700 S Tamiami TrlSarasota, FL 34239-3509 · Phone (941) 917-8324 · Fax (941) 917-7884

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1033582606NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Steve Nunes Pa-c is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID446555809
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210504001413, I20210505000318, I20210505001717, I20210506002472, I20210514000032, I20230925002287, I20230925002668, I20240318001730
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
89 services35 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
81 services63 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
73 services70 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
71 services39 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
60 services55 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
45 services42 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Harris Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sylva, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340016
Location68 Hospital RdSylva, NC 28779 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventhealth Hendersonville

Acute Care Hospitals · Hendersonville, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340023
Location100 Hospital DriveHendersonville, NC 28792 · Henderson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28792 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

78.8/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.37
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.81

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

NICHOLAS RYAN COWAN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
100 HOSPITAL DR
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792
Henderson County (850) 348-1295
PRIMEDOC PARK RIDGE PA
Internal Medicine
100 HOSPITAL DR
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792
Henderson County (843) 237-3378
MRS. SHERRI DIANE SHETLEY NNP
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
100 HOSPITAL DR
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792
Henderson County (855) 774-5433
MELVIN SHANE SIMMONS
Physical Therapy Assistant
100 HOSPITAL DR
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792
Henderson County (828) 684-8501
FLETCHER HOSPITAL INC.
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
100 HOSPITAL DR
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792
Henderson County (828) 681-2113
DEREK GALVIN C.R.N.A
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
100 HOSPITAL DR
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792
Henderson County (828) 650-8167
JAXON MANESS DPT
Physical Therapist
100 HOSPITAL DR
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792
Henderson County (855) 774-5433
DR. HONGJAE KIM M.D.
Internal Medicine
100 HOSPITAL DR
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792
Henderson County (828) 684-8501

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Steve Nunes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steve Nunes is 1033582606. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 4, 2015.

Where is Steve Nunes located?

Steve Nunes practices at 100 Hospital Dr, Hendersonville, NC 28792. The listed phone number is (828) 650-8167.

What is Steve Nunes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Steve Nunes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steve Nunes is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Steve Nunes accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Steve Nunes as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Steve Nunes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Steve Nunes is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital and Adventhealth Hendersonville.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steve Nunes was last updated on August 5, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.