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LOURDES ERICA CARDENAS APRN
NPI 1114377611
Nurse Practitioner in Vernon, TX

Active since June 15, 2016PECOS Enrolled
1015 HILLCREST DR STE A, VERNON, TX 76384(940) 552-5495(940) 552-2473 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 31, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 31, 2026, Sep 23, 2016, Aug 26, 2016 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Lourdes Erica Cardenas Aprn NPPES

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

LOURDES ERICA CARDENAS APRN (NPI 1114377611) is an individual nurse practitioner in Vernon, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP130985) and active in the NPI registry since June 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with United Regional Health Care System, and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1114377611
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameLOURDES ERICA CARDENASCredential: APRN
Location Address1015 HILLCREST DR STE AVernon, TX 76384-3165
Mailing Address1015 Hillcrest Dr Ste AVernon, TX 76384-3165 · (940) 552-5495 · Fax (940) 552-2473
Fax(940) 552-2473
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 31, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 31, 2026
NPI 1114377611 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
Licenses Licensed in TX · AP130985 Licensed in TX · AG0416007 AANCP
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
Also ListedNurse Practitioner · Primary CareTaxonomy 363LP2300X · License AP130985 (TX)
1015 HILLCREST DR STE A, Vernon, TX 76384

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

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

Lourdes Erica Cardenas Aprn 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 ID5698058162
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170207001571
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 11

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
172 services22 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.
132 services29 patients
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.
118 services56 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a G0179
This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.
78 services20 patients
Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg J0696
Ceftriaxone sodium is an antibiotic injection used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Each injection contains 250 mg of the medicine. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.
76 services20 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
71 services41 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

United Regional Health Care System

Acute Care Hospitals · Wichita Falls, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450010
Location1600 11th StreetWichita Falls, TX 76301 · Wichita County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wilbarger General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Vernon, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450584
Location920 Hillcrest DrVernon, TX 76384 · Wilbarger County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76384 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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 4

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
4 suppliers41 claims72 services$5.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers15 claims17 services$1.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$7.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers20 claims20 services$186.56 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 4

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

Family Medicine
1015 HILLCREST DR STE A
VERNON, TX 76384
Physiological Laboratory
1015 HILLCREST DR STE A
VERNON, TX 76384
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1015 HILLCREST DR STE A
VERNON, TX 76384
Physical Therapist
1015 HILLCREST DR STE A
VERNON, TX 76384

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 Lourdes Cardenas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lourdes Cardenas is 1114377611. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2016.

Where is Lourdes Cardenas located?

Lourdes Cardenas practices at 1015 Hillcrest Dr Ste A, Vernon, TX 76384. The listed phone number is (940) 552-5495.

What is Lourdes Cardenas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Lourdes Cardenas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lourdes Cardenas 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 Lourdes Cardenas accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Lourdes Cardenas 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 Lourdes Cardenas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lourdes Cardenas is affiliated with United Regional Health Care System and Wilbarger General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lourdes Cardenas was last updated on July 31, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 days 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.