SUSAN BARRINGER SMITH APRN, FNP-C, PNP-C
NPI 1154441251
Nurse Practitioner in Ponchatoula, LA

Active since March 30, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83/100
CMS Quality Rating
180 NORTH 5TH STREET, BENSON DERMATOLOGY AND SKIN CANCER, LLC, PONCHATOULA, LA 70454(985) 370-7546(985) 370-7765 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 7, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Susan Barringer Smith Aprn, Fnp-c, Pnp-c NPPES

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

SUSAN BARRINGER SMITH APRN, FNP-C, PNP-C (NPI 1154441251) is an individual nurse practitioner in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (05147) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154441251
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameSUSAN BARRINGER SMITHCredential: APRN, FNP-C, PNP-C
Location Address180 NORTH 5TH STREET, BENSON DERMATOLOGY AND SKIN CANCER, LLCPonchatoula, LA 70454
Mailing Address180 North 5th Street, Benson Dermatology And Skin Cancer, LlcPonchatoula, LA 70454 · (985) 370-7546 · Fax (985) 370-7765
Fax(985) 370-7765
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateMarch 30, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 7, 2013
NPI 1154441251 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License Licensed in LA · 05147
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.

180 NORTH 5TH STREET, Ponchatoula, LA 70454

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Susan Marie Barringer Cpnp

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1009407LA

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

Susan Barringer Smith Aprn, Fnp-c, Pnp-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 ID6800078619
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110315000244
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 14

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
940 services173 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.
433 services267 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
372 services238 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.
363 services244 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
356 services234 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
226 services167 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge

Acute Care Hospitals · Baton Rouge, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190202
Location17000 Medical Center DrBaton Rouge, LA 70816 · E. Baton Rouge County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70454 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

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.

83/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality66.01
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%4,145 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Melanoma: Continuity of Care - Recall System
99%78 patients
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
20%3,515 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 88% · 1,196 patients
Patients screened: 99% · 1,196 patients
43%161 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Psoriasis: Clinical Response to Systemic Medications
99%85 patients
Psoriasis: Screening for Psoriatic Arthritis
93%241 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Skin Cancer: Biopsy Reporting Time - Clinician to Patient
100%262 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Tuberculosis Screening Prior to First Course of Biologic and/or Immune Response Modifier Therapy
94%87 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

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 Susan Smith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Susan Smith is 1154441251. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 30, 2007.

Where is Susan Smith located?

Susan Smith practices at 180 North 5th Street Benson Dermatology And Skin Cancer, LLC, Ponchatoula, LA 70454. The listed phone number is (985) 370-7546.

What is Susan Smith's specialty?

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

Is Susan Smith enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Susan Smith 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 Susan Smith accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Susan Smith 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 Susan Smith affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Susan Smith is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Susan Smith was last updated on August 7, 2013. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.