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VILLAGE DRUG SHOP OF ATHENS INC
NPI 1194780684
Pharmacy - Community/Retail Pharmacy in Athens, GA

Active since April 19, 2006
740 PRINCE AVE, ATHENS, GA 30606(706) 548-4444(706) 548-2193 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 19, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 19, 2025, Jul 19, 2018, Jun 1, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc NPPES

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

VILLAGE DRUG SHOP OF ATHENS INC (NPI 1194780684), doing business as Village Drug Shop Of Athens, is a healthcare organization registered as a community/retail pharmacy in Athens, Georgia and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. The organization lists Christopher Thurmond, President, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194780684
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy3336C0003X
Legal Business NameVILLAGE DRUG SHOP OF ATHENS INC
Location Address740 PRINCE AVEAthens, GA 30606-5900
Mailing Address740 Prince AveAthens, GA 30606-5900 · (706) 548-4444 · Fax (706) 548-2193
Phone(706) 548-4444
Fax(706) 548-2193
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialChristopher ThurmondPresident · (706) 548-4444
Enumeration DateApril 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 19, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1194780684 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPharmacy · Community/Retail PharmacySuppliers
Taxonomy Code3336C0003X
License✔ Licensed in GA · PHRE003245
Definition
A pharmacy where pharmacists store, prepare, and dispense medicinal preparations and/or prescriptions for a local patient population in accordance with federal and state law; counsel patients and caregivers (sometimes independent of the dispensing process); administer vaccinations; and provide other professional services associated with pharmaceutical care such as health screenings, consultative services with other health care providers, collaborative practice, disease state management, and education classes.
Also ListedPharmacyTaxonomy 333600000X
Also ListedPharmacy · Compounding PharmacyTaxonomy 3336C0004X
740 PRINCE AVE, Athens, GA 30606
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Other Names 1

Doing Business AsVillage Drug Shop Of Athens

Other Identifiers 2

Other2015988Pk
Medicaid00303509AGA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health and more.Insurance ›

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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.
53 services52 patients
Influenza vaccine, inactivated 90653
The Influenza vaccine, inactivated, is a shot given to protect against the flu. It contains killed virus particles that help your body build immunity to the flu. It's recommended annually to keep your protection up-to-date. It's safe for ages 6 months and up.
46 services46 patients
Administration of pneumococcal, influenza, hepatitis b, and/or covid-19 vaccine inside a patient's home; reported only once per individual home per date of service when such vaccine administration(s) are performed at the patient's home M0201
The Covid-19 vaccine can be administered at your home for convenience and safety. This service is reported once per home, per date, when only the vaccine is given. It's a straightforward process where a medical professional visits your home to give the vaccine.
25 services17 patients

Medical Equipment Supplier Medicare DMEPOS 12

Medicare supplier enrollment and the product categories Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc carries, from the Medicare DMEPOS supplier directory.

Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc

DMEPOS supplier · Athens, GA
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Does not accept Medicare assignment

Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc 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)20634431
Medicare Participant SinceJanuary 11, 1999
Supplier Location740 Prince AveAthens, GA 30606
Phone(706) 548-4444
Supplier Specialties
Pharmacy

Medicare Product Categories

Epoetin
Epoetin is a man-made version of human erythropoietin (EPO)
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
Oral Antiemetic Drugs
FDA antiemetic drugs
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
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 20

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

PHYSICIANS SOUTH NEUROLOGY LLC
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
740 PRINCE AVE, BLDG #9
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 369-5084
DR. THOMAS H HAWK JR. M.D.
Surgery
740 PRINCE AVE, BUILDING 8A
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 353-1630
DR. RACHEL F MURTHY M.D.
Specialist
740 PRINCE AVE, BLDG 3
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 548-4272
DR. CHRISTOPHER RYAN THURMOND PHARMD
Pharmacist
740 PRINCE AVE, VILLAGE DRUG SHOP
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 548-4444
ALAYNA CASSIDY
Speech-Language Pathologist
740 PRINCE AVE
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 920-0232
MR. GARTRELL HIRAM THURMOND JR. RPH
Pharmacist
740 PRINCE AVE
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 548-4444
MRS. CARLY WHAM SAYERS NP-C
Nurse Practitioner
740 PRINCE AVE, BUILDING 15
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 548-0008
EMILY HUCKABY
Speech-Language Pathologist
740 PRINCE AVE
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 932-0206

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 Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc's NPI number?

The NPI number for Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc is 1194780684. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on April 19, 2006. The provider is doing business as Village Drug Shop Of Athens.

Where is Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc located?

Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc is located at 740 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 30606. The listed phone number is (706) 548-4444.

What is Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pharmacy, specializing in Community/Retail Pharmacy, with taxonomy code 3336C0003X.

Does Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc accept Medicare assignment for medical equipment?

No. As a Medicare medical equipment supplier, Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc 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.

What insurance does Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care and Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health and 48 other insurers list Village Drug Shop Of Athens 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 Village Drug Shop Of Athens Inc was last updated on September 19, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 months 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.