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LAURA HATTOX COSTAS MD
NPI 1356575179
Emergency Medicine in Lexington, KY

Active since May 07, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, 800 ROSE ST, LEXINGTON, KY 40536(512) 415-4461 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Laura Hattox Costas Md NPPES

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

LAURA HATTOX COSTAS MD (NPI 1356575179) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (R2219) and active in the NPI registry since May 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Peterson Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Texas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356575179
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameLAURA HATTOX COSTASCredential: MD
Location AddressUNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, 800 ROSE STLexington, KY 40536-0001
Mailing Address800 Rose St, Emergency Medicine Rm M-53Lexington, KY 40536-0298 · (859) 323-5908
Phone(512) 415-4461
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateMay 7, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 2011
✔ NPI 1356575179 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in KY · R2219
Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, Lexington, KY 40536
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Laura Elisabeth Hattox Md

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare and more.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

Laura Hattox Costas Md 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 ID1850556721
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160108000168
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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
158 services155 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
155 services120 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
91 services89 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
52 services52 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Peterson Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kerrville, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450007
Location551 Hill Country DriveKerrville, TX 78028 · Kerr County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hill Country Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fredericksburg, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450604
Location1020 South State Highway 16Fredericksburg, TX 78624 · Gillespie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40536 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
$82.24 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $20.56 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
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 9

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

ALLISON WOODALL M.D.
Emergency Medicine
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, 800 ROSE ST.
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Fayette County (859) 323-5871
DR. ADAM J T SMITH MD, PHD
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, 800 ROSE ST.
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Fayette County (859) 323-6486
DR. JEFFREY SAMUEL OLDHAM II MD
Anesthesiology
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, 800 ROSE ST.
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Fayette County (859) 218-0061
DR. ASHLEY MACHELLE NEWLAND PHARM.D.
Pharmacist
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, 800 ROSE STREET
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Fayette County (419) 571-8376
ANDERSEN IRVIN GRIGG DO
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, 800 ROSE ST.
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Fayette County (859) 332-5000
DR. MELISSA LYNN THOMPSON PHARM. D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, 800 ROSE ST
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Fayette County (843) 364-4124
MS. JAMIE DOWNING WIGGINS PHARMD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, 800 ROSE STREET
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Fayette County (859) 257-1000
DR. KATHRYN MARIE RUF PHARMD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND AFFILIATES, 800 ROSE ST.
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Fayette County (859) 323-5871

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 Laura Costas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Costas is 1356575179. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 7, 2009. The provider is also known as Laura Elisabeth Hattox MD.

Where is Laura Costas located?

Laura Costas practices at University Of Kentucky And Affiliates 800 Rose St, Lexington, KY 40536. The listed phone number is (512) 415-4461.

What is Laura Costas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Laura Costas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Costas 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.

What insurance does Laura Costas accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company and Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit list Laura Costas 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 Laura Costas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Costas is affiliated with Peterson Regional Medical Center and Hill Country Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Costas was last updated on July 21, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.