DR. LORI ANN HICKSON M.D.
NPI 1235196163
Internal Medicine in New Braunfels, TX

Q: What is Lori Hickson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lori Hickson is 1235196163. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 26, 2006.

Q: What is Lori Hickson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lori Hickson was last updated on March 18, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since April 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

92.16/100

CMS Quality Rating

1619 E. COMMON ST., BLDG. L, SUITE 1201, NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130(830) 203-6695(830) 214-6292 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 18, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Lori Ann Hickson M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LORI ANN HICKSON M.D. (NPI 1235196163) is an individual internal medicine provider in New Braunfels, Texas, licensed in Texas (P2259) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235196163

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. LORI ANN HICKSONCredential: M.D.

Location Address1619 E. COMMON ST., BLDG. L, SUITE 1201New Braunfels, TX 78130

Mailing Address1619 E. Common St., Bldg. L, Suite 1201New Braunfels, TX 78130 · (830) 203-6695 · Fax (830) 214-6292

Phone(830) 203-6695

Fax(830) 214-6292

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateApril 26, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 18, 2024

NPPES CertifiedMarch 18, 2024

✔ NPI 1235196163 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · P2259✔ Licensed in CA · A76559

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

1619 E. COMMON ST., New Braunfels, TX 78130

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Lori Ann Hickson M.d. 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 ID3072637990

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120905000170

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.

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.

291 services142 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.

193 services111 patients

Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442

An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.

98 services98 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.

92 services92 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

92 services92 patients

Urinalysis, manual test 81002

A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.

35 services28 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.

35 services17 patients

Stool analysis for blood to screen for colon tumors 82270

A stool analysis for blood is a non-invasive procedure used to check for the presence of hidden blood in your stool. This can be an early sign of colon tumors. The test involves collecting a small sample of stool at home and sending it to a lab for analysis.

29 services29 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

26 services26 patients

Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus 87804

This is a test that identifies the influenza virus in your body. It works by using an immunoassay, a method that detects the presence of the virus through an immune response. The results are directly observable, making it a quick and efficient way to diagnose flu.

21 services12 patients

Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101

This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.

15 services15 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

13 services13 patients

Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) 87811

This is a test to detect COVID-19, the virus causing severe respiratory illness. It uses a method called immunoassay, which identifies the virus by its unique proteins. The test is directly observed for accuracy. It helps determine if you're currently infected.

12 services12 patients

Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity 99496

Transitional care management services are designed to ensure a smooth transition from a hospital to home or another care setting for patients with complex health issues. These services include medication management, patient education, and coordination with healthcare providers.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Guadalupe Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seguin, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number450104

Location1215 E Court StSeguin, TX 78155 · Guadalupe County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-San Marcos

Acute Care Hospitals · San Marcos, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450272

Location1301 Wonder World DriveSan Marcos, TX 78666 · Hays County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Resolute Health Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New Braunfels, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670098

Location555 Creekside Xing,New Braunfels, TX 78130 · Comal County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78130 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

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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.

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.

92.16/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

78.11

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Adult Sinusitis: Antibiotic Prescribed for Acute Viral Sinusitis (Overuse)

Percentage of patients, aged 18 years and older, with a diagnosis of acute viral sinusitis who were prescribed an antibiotic within 10 days after onset of symptoms

Lower rates are better for this measure.

87%61 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Adult Sinusitis: Computerized Tomography (CT) for Acute Sinusitis (Overuse)

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of acute sinusitis who had a computerized tomography (CT) scan of the paranasal sinuses ordered at the time of diagnosis or received within 28 days after date of diagnosis

Lower rates are better for this measure.

0%56 patients

Care Plan

Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…

93%465 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

90%421 patients5/55-star benchmark: 85%

Diabetes: Eye Exam

Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period

61%72 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

95%5,803 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%

Health Information Exchange

The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…

89%852 patients5/55-star benchmark: 88%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

100%263 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

44%818 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

56%816 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization

Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization

44%889 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

98%818 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

48%818 patients3/55-star benchmark: 89%

Urinary Incontinence: Plan of Care for Urinary Incontinence in Women Aged 65 Years and Older

Percentage of female patients aged 65 years and older with a diagnosis of urinary incontinence with a documented plan of care for urinary incontinence at least once within 12 months

52%29 patients

View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.

61%818 patients

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

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

6 suppliers16 claims34 services$5.61 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604