CARA SECREST WATSON FNP
NPI 1285319053
Nurse Practitioner in Winston Salem, NC

Q: What is Cara Watson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cara Watson is 1285319053. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2023.

Q: What is Cara Watson's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cara Watson was last updated on September 23, 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.

Active since June 20, 2023PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

12208 N NC HIGHWAY 150, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27127(336) 764-2324 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 23, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 11, 2023, Aug 28, 2023, Jun 20, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

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About Cara Secrest Watson Fnp NPPES

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

CARA SECREST WATSON FNP (NPI 1285319053) is an individual nurse practitioner in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (5018712) and active in the NPI registry since June 2023. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Rural Hall.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285319053

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363L00000X

Provider Legal NameCARA SECREST WATSONCredential: FNP

Location Address12208 N NC HIGHWAY 150Winston Salem, NC 27127-9730

Mailing AddressPo Box 60447Charlotte, NC 28260-0447

Phone(336) 764-2324

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2023

Enumeration DateJune 20, 2023

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 23, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 23, 2025

✔ NPI 1285319053 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363L00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 5018712

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.

Also ListedRegistered NurseTaxonomy 163W00000X · License 306580 (NC)

12208 N NC HIGHWAY 150, Winston Salem, NC 27127

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1290 W Wall StRural Hall, NC 27045-9308 · Phone (336) 969-9158 · Fax (336) 969-4554

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.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

Cara Secrest Watson Fnp 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 ID3971944042

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240508000000

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 5

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.

72 services54 patients

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.

18 services11 patients

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.

17 services17 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.

16 services16 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.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340014

Location3333 Silas Creek ParkwayWinston-Salem, NC 27103 · Forsyth County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27127 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

$95.94 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

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