MRS. LAURA CAITLIN GERRALD P.A.
NPI 1063781144
Physician Assistant in Lenoir, NC

Active since December 20, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102, LENOIR, NC 28645(828) 991-4660(828) 991-4659 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 28, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 28, 2021, Mar 17, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Mrs. Laura Caitlin Gerrald P.a. NPPES

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

MRS. LAURA CAITLIN GERRALD P.A. (NPI 1063781144) is an individual physician assistant in Lenoir, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-11611) and active in the NPI registry since December 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Caldwell Memorial Hospital, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063781144
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. LAURA CAITLIN GERRALDCredential: P.A.
Location Address1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102Lenoir, NC 28645
Mailing Address1208 Hickory Blvd Sw Ste 102Lenoir, NC 28645-6461 · (828) 991-4660 · Fax (828) 991-4659
Fax(828) 991-4659
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateDecember 20, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 28, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 28, 2021
NPI 1063781144 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in NC · 0010-11611
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.
1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102, Lenoir, NC 28645

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 12293 Sugar Hill Rd Ste DMarion, NC 28752-7787 · Phone (828) 652-8727 · Fax (828) 652-8793
Location 2730 Malcolm Blvd Ste 150Connelly Springs, NC 28612-8079 · Phone (828) 991-4660 · Fax (828) 991-4659
Location 3695 W Fleming DrMorganton, NC 28655-4450 · Phone (828) 580-3278 · Fax (828) 580-3279

Accepted 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

Mrs. Laura Caitlin Gerrald P.a. 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 ID7719141977
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211008001476
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
115 services57 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025
A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
58 services41 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
34 services22 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
28 services28 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
26 services23 patients
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated 81001
A manual urinalysis test with automated microscopic examination is a lab process that checks your urine for health indicators. It involves a machine scanning your sample to identify any abnormal elements, which can assist in diagnosing various conditions.
17 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Caldwell Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lenoir, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340041
Location321 Mulberry St SWLenoir, NC 28645 · Caldwell County
Emergency services

Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morganton, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340075
Location2201 S Sterling StMorganton, NC 28655 · Burke County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28645 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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
58%129 patients3/55-star benchmark: 92%
Cervical Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…
57%226 patients
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
66%236 patients4/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
51%53 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Foot Exam
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes (type 1 and type 2) who received a foot exam (visual inspection and sensory exam with mono filament and a pulse exam) during the measurement year
60%53 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
81%53 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%676 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%1,190 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%45 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
70%814 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
81%170 patients4/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
75%658 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
60%608 patients3/55-star benchmark: 96%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 100% · 34 patients
82%34 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
80%814 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
76%814 patients4/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
47%814 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

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

Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102
LENOIR, NC 28645
Physician Assistant
1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102
LENOIR, NC 28645
Physician Assistant
1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102
LENOIR, NC 28645
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102
LENOIR, NC 28645
Family Medicine
1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102
LENOIR, NC 28645
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102
LENOIR, NC 28645
Family Medicine
1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102
LENOIR, NC 28645
Advanced Practice Midwife
1208 HICKORY BLVD SW STE 102
LENOIR, NC 28645

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 Laura Gerrald's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Gerrald is 1063781144. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 20, 2011.

Where is Laura Gerrald located?

Laura Gerrald practices at 1208 Hickory Blvd SW Ste 102, Lenoir, NC 28645. The listed phone number is (828) 991-4660.

What is Laura Gerrald's specialty?

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

Is Laura Gerrald enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Gerrald 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 Laura Gerrald accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Laura Gerrald 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 Laura Gerrald affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Gerrald is affiliated with Caldwell Memorial Hospital and Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Gerrald was last updated on September 28, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years 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.