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PAMELA ANN SKEELS FNP
NPI 1437518214
Nurse Practitioner in Forest City, NC

Active since February 22, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.35/100
CMS Quality Rating
181 DANIEL RD, FOREST CITY, NC 28043(828) 286-9036 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 15, 2024, May 4, 2023, Mar 9, 2023 and 59 more (62 updates tracked since 2016).

About Pamela Ann Skeels Fnp NPPES

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

PAMELA ANN SKEELS FNP (NPI 1437518214) is an individual nurse practitioner in Forest City, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (5008311) and active in the NPI registry since February 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Rutherford Regional Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437518214
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NamePAMELA ANN SKEELSCredential: FNP
Location Address181 DANIEL RDForest City, NC 28043-7151
Mailing AddressPo Box 19305Charlotte, NC 28219-9305
Phone(828) 286-9036
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateFebruary 22, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 15, 202462 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1437518214 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 5008311
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.
181 DANIEL RD, Forest City, NC 28043
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1181 Daniel Rd, Ste AForest City, NC 28043-7151 · Phone (828) 287-9504
Location 21010 E Dixon Blvd, Ste BShelby, NC 28152-6838 · Phone (980) 487-2900

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee 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

Pamela Ann Skeels 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 ID6800194762
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160411001531
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.
193 services156 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.
115 services115 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.
25 services25 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
12 services12 patients
Colorectal cancer screening; fecal occult blood test, immunoassay, 1-3 simultaneous G0328
A fecal occult blood test is a screening tool for colorectal cancer. It checks for tiny amounts of blood in your stool that can't be seen with the naked eye. The immunoassay method can test 1-3 samples at once. This helps detect cancer early, when treatment is most effective.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Rutherford Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Rutherfordton, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340013
Location288 South Ridgecrest AveRutherfordton, NC 28139 · Rutherford County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340113
Location1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28043 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.

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.

95.35/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.22
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

STEPHEN JOSEPH MELSON MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
181 DANIEL RD
FOREST CITY, NC 28043
Rutherford County (828) 286-9036
PAUL LAYMAN PA
Physician Assistant
181 DANIEL RD
FOREST CITY, NC 28043
Rutherford County (828) 286-9036
PAUL R. GRANZOW PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
181 DANIEL RD
FOREST CITY, NC 28043
Rutherford County (828) 286-9036
MACKENSIE GRANT DE LA ROCA FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
181 DANIEL RD
FOREST CITY, NC 28043
Rutherford County (828) 286-9036
DR. FARIA AMBER IRANI MD
Internal Medicine
181 DANIEL RD
FOREST CITY, NC 28043
Rutherford County (828) 286-9036
VIRGINIA GILLIAM PA
Physician Assistant
181 DANIEL RD, STE A
FOREST CITY, NC 28043
Rutherford County (828) 287-9504
DR. KELLY LYNN AVEY PHARMD
Pharmacist
181 DANIEL RD
FOREST CITY, NC 28043
Rutherford County (828) 286-9036
RUTHERFORD INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES PA
Internal Medicine
181 DANIEL RD
FOREST CITY, NC 28043
Rutherford County (828) 286-9036

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 Pamela Skeels's NPI number?

The NPI number for Pamela Skeels is 1437518214. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 22, 2016.

Where is Pamela Skeels located?

Pamela Skeels practices at 181 Daniel Rd, Forest City, NC 28043. The listed phone number is (828) 286-9036.

What is Pamela Skeels's specialty?

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

Is Pamela Skeels enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Pamela Skeels 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 Pamela Skeels accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and 2 other insurers list Pamela Skeels 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 Pamela Skeels affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Pamela Skeels is affiliated with Rutherford Regional Medical Center and Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Pamela Skeels was last updated on July 15, 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.