MELISSA HULCE
NPI 1083162937
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Conover, NC

Active since September 20, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
305 1ST ST E, CONOVER, NC 28613(828) 464-3821(828) 464-8994 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Oct 30, 2017, Sep 20, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Melissa Hulce NPPES

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

MELISSA HULCE (NPI 1083162937) is an individual family provider in Conover, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (5008936) and active in the NPI registry since September 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Maiden.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083162937
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA HULCE
Location Address305 1ST ST EConover, NC 28613-1715
Mailing Address3753 Glen Arbor DrMaiden, NC 28650-8352 · (828) 638-0399
Fax(828) 464-8994
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateSeptember 20, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20183 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1083162937 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in NC · 5008936
305 1ST ST E, Conover, NC 28613

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13753 Glen Arbor DrMaiden, NC 28650-8352 · Phone (828) 638-0399

Other Identifiers 1

Other5008936NC · Nc Board Of Nursing Fnp Number

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

Melissa Hulce 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 ID8325328040
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161214001817
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 5

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.
100 services65 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.
24 services19 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
19 services12 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
17 services12 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

North Carolina Baptist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340047
LocationMedical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem, NC 27157 · Forsyth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Frye Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340116
Location420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Catawba Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340143
Location810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28613 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
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers17 claims40 services$5.59 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
2 suppliers13 claims3,488 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers12 claims12 services$26.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Physician Assistant
305 1ST ST E
CONOVER, NC 28613
Family Medicine
305 1ST ST E
CONOVER, NC 28613
Nurse Practitioner
305 1ST ST E
CONOVER, NC 28613
Family Medicine
305 1ST ST E
CONOVER, NC 28613
Family Medicine
305 1ST ST E
CONOVER, NC 28613
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
305 1ST ST E
CONOVER, NC 28613
Nurse Practitioner
305 1ST ST E
CONOVER, NC 28613
Family Medicine
305 1ST ST E
CONOVER, NC 28613

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 Melissa Hulce's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Hulce is 1083162937. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2016.

Where is Melissa Hulce located?

Melissa Hulce practices at 305 1st St E, Conover, NC 28613. The listed phone number is (828) 464-3821.

What is Melissa Hulce's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Melissa Hulce enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Hulce 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 Melissa Hulce accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 2 other insurers list Melissa Hulce 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 Melissa Hulce affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melissa Hulce is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Frye Regional Medical Center and Catawba Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Hulce was last updated on March 17, 2018. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.