GREGORY RONALD NUNEZ MD
NPI 1497869978
Internal Medicine in Columbus, MS

Active since August 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2104 5TH ST N STE 6, COLUMBUS, MS 39705(662) 327-9512(662) 327-9633 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 27, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Gregory Ronald Nunez Md NPPES

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

GREGORY RONALD NUNEZ MD (NPI 1497869978) is an individual internal medicine provider in Columbus, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (11604) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Merit Health Natchez, and is a graduate of Howard University College Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497869978
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameGREGORY RONALD NUNEZCredential: MD
Location Address2104 5TH ST N STE 6Columbus, MS 39705-2236
Mailing Address2104 5th St N Ste 6Columbus, MS 39705-2236 · (662) 327-9512 · Fax (662) 327-9633
Fax(662) 327-9633
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHoward University College Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateAugust 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 27, 2012
✔ NPI 1497869978 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MS · 11604
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 11604 (MS)
2104 5TH ST N STE 6, Columbus, MS 39705

Other Identifiers 5

Medicare UPIND00775
Medicare PIN110000417MS
Medicare PIN302I068502
Medicare UPIND00775MS
Medicaid00014985MS

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Gregory Ronald Nunez 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 ID9234199126
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041014001042
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

6

Medicare enrollment records show Gregory Nunez reassigns Medicare billing to 6 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Specialist
2520 5TH ST N
Columbus, MS 39705
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 45 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hospitalist
1105 EARL FRYE BLVD
Amory, MS 38821
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 170 clinicians in this Medicare group
Rural Health
18295 EMORY ROAD
West, MS 39192
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 1,932 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hospitalist
1040 RIVER OAKS DR, SUITE 103
Flowood, MS 39232
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 87 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
5001 HARDY ST
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 50 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
54 SERGEANT PRENTISS DR
Natchez, MS 39120
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 68 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
204 services111 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
78 services75 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
69 services65 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
64 services39 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
54 services52 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
39 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Merit Health Natchez

Acute Care Hospitals · Natchez, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250084
Location52 Sergeant Prentiss DriveNatchez, MS 39120 · Adams County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Crossgates River Oaks Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Brandon, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250096
Location350 Crossgates BlvdBrandon, MS 39042 · Rankin County
Emergency services

Mississippi Baptist Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number250102
Location1225 N State StJackson, MS 39202 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39705 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
$120.41 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$92.20 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers18 claims18 services$15.77 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers28 claims28 services$68.73 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

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

Nurse Practitioner
2104 5TH ST N STE 6
COLUMBUS, MS 39705

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 Gregory Nunez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gregory Nunez is 1497869978. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 19, 2006.

Where is Gregory Nunez located?

Gregory Nunez practices at 2104 5th St N Ste 6, Columbus, MS 39705. The listed phone number is (662) 327-9512.

What is Gregory Nunez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Gregory Nunez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gregory Nunez 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Gregory Nunez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Gregory Nunez reassigns Medicare benefits to 6 organizations: Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle Inc. (Columbus, MS), Comprehensive Hospitalists Of Ms, LLC (Amory, MS), State Of Mississippi - University Of Mississippi Medical Center (West, MS), Mississippi Hma Hospitalists, LLC (Flowood, MS), Hattiesburg Hb Medical Services LLC (Hattiesburg, MS) and 1 more organization, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Gregory Nunez's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Gregory Nunez accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 2 other insurers list Gregory Nunez 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 Gregory Nunez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gregory Nunez is affiliated with Merit Health Natchez, Crossgates River Oaks Hospital and Mississippi Baptist Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gregory Nunez was last updated on November 27, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.