BENEDICTA NYARKOA PONGO
NPI 1275260176
Physician Assistant in Franklin, NC

Q: What is Benedicta Pongo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benedicta Pongo is 1275260176. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 2, 2022. The provider is also known as Benedicta Nyarkoa Asare.

Q: What is Benedicta Pongo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benedicta Pongo was last updated on July 14, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since August 02, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

55 HOLLY SPRINGS PARK DR, FRANKLIN, NC 28734(828) 349-3550 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 14, 2024, Aug 2, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

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About Benedicta Nyarkoa Pongo NPPES

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

BENEDICTA NYARKOA PONGO (NPI 1275260176) is an individual physician assistant in Franklin, North Carolina and active in the NPI registry since August 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2023).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275260176

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameBENEDICTA NYARKOA PONGO

Location Address55 HOLLY SPRINGS PARK DRFranklin, NC 28734-0719

Mailing Address55 Holly Springs Park DrFranklin, NC 28734-0719 · (828) 349-3550 · Fax (844) 560-1102

Phone(828) 349-3550

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2023

Enumeration DateAugust 2, 2022

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2024

✔ NPI 1275260176 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

55 HOLLY SPRINGS PARK DR, Franklin, NC 28734

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Benedicta Nyarkoa Asare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, UnitedHealthcare.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

Benedicta Nyarkoa Pongo 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 ID6103263793

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240319000541

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 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.

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.

92 services78 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.

36 services35 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Harris Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sylva, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number340016

Location68 Hospital RdSylva, NC 28779 · Jackson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Angel Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Franklin, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number341326

Location124 Center Court PO Box 1209Franklin, NC 28734 · Macon County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28734 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

$83.90 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$67.72 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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

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