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PAY-LESS PHARMACY
NPI 1154354181
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies in Decatur, AL

Active since July 10, 2006CLIA 01D2145722 · Waiver
1206 7TH ST SE, DECATUR, AL 35601(256) 353-5011(256) 355-5152 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 19, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Pay-less Pharmacy NPPES

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

PAY-LESS PHARMACY (NPI 1154354181) is a healthcare organization registered as a durable medical equipment & medical supplies in Decatur, Alabama and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. The organization holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through March 13, 2028, maintains a secondary practice location in Decatur, and lists Blake Lee Gowen, Owner/ Rph In Charge, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154354181
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy332B00000X
Legal Business NameSAND DRUGS INC
Location Address1206 7TH ST SEDecatur, AL 35601-3338
Mailing Address1206 7th St SeDecatur, AL 35601-3338 · (256) 353-5011 · Fax (256) 355-5152
Phone(256) 353-5011
Fax(256) 355-5152
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialBlake Lee GowenOwner/ Rph In Charge · (256) 353-5011
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 19, 2019
✔ NPI 1154354181 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDurable Medical Equipment & Medical SuppliesSuppliers
Taxonomy Code332B00000X
Definition
A supplier of medical equipment such as respirators, wheelchairs, home dialysis systems, or monitoring systems, that are prescribed by a physician for a patient's use in the home and that are usable for an extended period of time.
1206 7TH ST SE, Decatur, AL 35601
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Other Names 1

Doing Business AsPay-less Pharmacy

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11207 Medical Dr SEDecatur, AL 35601-4330 · Phone (256) 353-5011 · Fax (256) 355-5152

Other Identifiers 2

Other51531230AL · Blue Cross Blue Shield Al
Medicaid000052917AL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Oscar Insurance Company, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 01D2145722

Payless Pharmacy · Decatur, AL
Active · expires Mar 13, 2028
CLIA Number01D2145722
Laboratory TypePharmacy
Certificate Effective DateMarch 14, 2026
Certificate Expiration DateMarch 13, 2028
Laboratory DirectorBlake L. Gowen
Laboratory Phone(256) 353-5011
Laboratory LocationPayless Pharmacy1206 7th Street SE, Decatur, AL 35601
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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.

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
298 services298 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
220 services220 patients
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 20 valent (pcv20), for intramuscular use 90677
The Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV20) is a shot given to protect against 20 types of bacteria that can cause serious infections like pneumonia and meningitis. It's administered through a muscle, usually in the arm. It's important for overall health.
62 services62 patients
Administration of pneumococcal vaccine G0009
The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against pneumococcal bacteria, which can cause severe infections like pneumonia and meningitis. The vaccine is given as an injection, typically in the arm. It's recommended for infants, older adults, and those with certain health conditions.
62 services62 patients

Medical Equipment Supplier Medicare DMEPOS 28

Medicare supplier enrollment and the product categories Payless Pharmacy carries, from the Medicare DMEPOS supplier directory.

Payless Pharmacy

DMEPOS supplier · Decatur, ALOperated by Sand Drugs Inc
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Does not accept Medicare assignment

Payless Pharmacy has not agreed to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered equipment and supplies. Medicare patients may be charged more than the Medicare-approved amount; confirm the expected cost with the supplier before ordering.

PTAN (Medicare Supplier Number)20638877
Medicare Participant SinceJanuary 1, 1998
Supplier Location1206 7th St SEDecatur, AL 35601
Phone(256) 353-5011
Supplier Specialties
Certified Other Orthotic Personnel Pharmacy

Medicare Product Categories

Immunosuppressive Drugs
Immunosuppressive drugs require dosage, frequency, and route of administration to prevent or treat the rejection of an organ transplant
Nebulizer Drugs
Albuterol, levalbuterol, and metaproterenol are all short-acting bronchodilators with beta-adrenergic stimulatory effect
Oral Anticancer Drugs
FDA anticancer drugs
Commodes, Urinals, Bedpans
Raised toilets, Drop-arm commodes, Folding commodes, Plastic urinals, Plastic bedpans, Disposable urinals
Blood Glucose Monitors/Supplies (Non-Mail Order)
Home blood glucose monitors including lancets, reagent strips, and other supplies necessary for the proper functioning of the device
Hospital Beds (Electric)
Total electric hospital beds, Semi-electric hospital beds
Product categories are from the Medicare DMEPOS supplier directory. Contact the supplier to confirm current availability of specific items.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

SAND DRUG INC
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
1206 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 353-5011
SAND DRUG INC
Pharmacy (Long Term Care Pharmacy)
1206 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 353-5011
APRIL SUNSHINE PRIOLA PHARMD
Pharmacist
1206 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 353-5011

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 Sand Drugs Inc's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sand Drugs Inc is 1154354181. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2006. The provider is doing business as Pay-Less Pharmacy.

Where is Sand Drugs Inc located?

Sand Drugs Inc is located at 1206 7th St SE, Decatur, AL 35601. The listed phone number is (256) 353-5011.

What is Sand Drugs Inc's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies with taxonomy code 332B00000X.

Does Sand Drugs Inc accept Medicare assignment for medical equipment?

No. As a Medicare medical equipment supplier, Payless Pharmacy does not accept Medicare assignment for equipment and supplies, so patients may be charged more than the Medicare-approved amount. Confirm the expected cost with the supplier before ordering.

Does Sand Drugs Inc hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 01D2145722) is associated with this NPI, valid through March 13, 2028. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Sand Drugs Inc accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Sand Drugs Inc 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sand Drugs Inc was last updated on March 19, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.