PAULA M VASSAR NP
NPI 1275634503
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Union City, TN

Active since September 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 44D1057523 · Waiver
1720 E REELFOOT AVE, SUITE # 103, UNION CITY, TN 38261(731) 885-6600(731) 885-9239 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 12, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 12, 2017, Feb 28, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Paula M Vassar Np NPPES

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

PAULA M VASSAR NP (NPI 1275634503) is an individual family provider in Union City, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (APN0000005325) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through August 14, 2026, and is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Union City.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275634503
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NamePAULA M VASSARCredential: NP
Location Address1720 E REELFOOT AVE, SUITE # 103Union City, TN 38261-6047
Mailing Address1720 E Reelfoot Ave, Ste 103Union City, TN 38261-6048 · (731) 885-6600 · Fax (731) 885-9239
Fax(731) 885-9239
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateSeptember 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 12, 20172 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1275634503 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in TN · APN0000005325
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License APN 0000005325 (TN)
1720 E REELFOOT AVE, Union City, TN 38261

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Paula Hutchins Greer

Other Identifiers 2

Other4118849TN · Bcbs W Paradigm
Medicare UPINS27242TN

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

Paula M Vassar Np 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 ID1355355421
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060127000119
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.

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 44D1057523

Paula Vassar,inc D/B/A Internal Medicine Clinic · Union City, TN
Active · expires Aug 14, 2026
CLIA Number44D1057523
Laboratory TypePractitioner Other
Certificate Effective DateAugust 15, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateAugust 14, 2026
Laboratory DirectorPaula H. Vassar
Laboratory Phone(731) 885-6600
Laboratory LocationPaula Vassar,inc D/B/A Internal Medicine Clinic1720 E Reelfoot Avenue Suite 103, Union City, TN 38261
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name 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.

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.
32 services12 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.
30 services27 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing 93005
An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple, painless test that records the heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your skin, it generates a tracing of your heart rhythm. It helps detect any heart problems by showing the timing and strength of electrical signals passing through each part of your heart.
17 services15 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
15 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baptist Memorial Hospital Union City

Acute Care Hospitals · Union City, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440130
Location1201 Bishop St, PO Box 310Union City, TN 38261 · Obion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38261 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
$81.53 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

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 suppliers23 claims59 services$5.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers19 claims25 services$0.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$119.74 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers19 claims39 services$39.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers13 claims13 services$23.93 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers14 claims14 services$20.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 17

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

Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
1720 E REELFOOT AVE, SUITE 103
UNION CITY, TN 38261
Orthopaedic Surgery
1720 E REELFOOT AVE, STE 104
UNION CITY, TN 38261
Legal Medicine
1720 E REELFOOT AVE, SUITE 103
UNION CITY, TN 38261
Physical Therapist
1720 E REELFOOT AVE
UNION CITY, TN 38261
Physical Therapy Assistant
1720 E REELFOOT AVE, SUITE 100
UNION CITY, TN 38261
Physical Therapy Assistant
1720 E REELFOOT AVE
UNION CITY, TN 38261
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1720 E REELFOOT AVE, SUITE 103
UNION CITY, TN 38261
Physician Assistant
1720 E REELFOOT AVE, STE 104 A
UNION CITY, TN 38261

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 Paula Vassar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paula Vassar is 1275634503. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 26, 2006. The provider is also known as Paula Hutchins Greer.

Where is Paula Vassar located?

Paula Vassar practices at 1720 E Reelfoot Ave Suite # 103, Union City, TN 38261. The listed phone number is (731) 885-6600.

What is Paula Vassar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Paula Vassar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paula Vassar 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.

Does Paula Vassar hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 44D1057523) is associated with this NPI, valid through August 14, 2026. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Paula Vassar accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Paula Vassar 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 Paula Vassar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paula Vassar is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Union City.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paula Vassar was last updated on April 12, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.