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VALE MEDICAL CLINIC
NPI 1508688847
Family Medicine in Vale, NC

Active since October 28, 2024
9576 W NC 10 HWY, VALE, NC 28168(980) 484-3630 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 26, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 26, 2025, Mar 7, 2025, Dec 13, 2024 (3 updates tracked since 2024).

About Vale Medical Clinic NPPES

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

VALE MEDICAL CLINIC (NPI 1508688847) is a healthcare organization registered as a family medicine in Vale, North Carolina and active in the NPI registry since October 2024. The organization lists Joel Douglas Elam, Owner, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508688847
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Legal Business NameVALE MEDICAL CLINIC
Location Address9576 W NC 10 HWYVale, NC 28168-9409
Mailing Address9576 W Nc 10 HwyVale, NC 28168-9409 · (704) 477-7135
Phone(980) 484-3630
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialJoel Douglas ElamOwner · (704) 477-7135
Enumeration DateOctober 28, 2024
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 26, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 26, 2025
✔ NPI 1508688847 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedClinic/Center · Urgent CareTaxonomy 261QU0200X
9576 W NC 10 HWY, Vale, NC 28168
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Accepted Insurance

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

Patient Reviews User submitted

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Review by Franklin ***** May 2, 2025

5/5
Joel Elam was extremely understanding and thorough in his examination. He explained everything in terms that I could understand clearly. I am so glad that he has opened this practice so close to my home--convenience and expert care at the same time. Thanks.
Provider 5/5 Office Staff 5/5
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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

VALE MEDICAL CLINIC PLLC
Clinic/Center (Urgent Care)
9576 W NC 10 HWY
VALE, NC 28168
Lincoln County (980) 484-3630
JOEL DOUGLAS ELAM PA-C
Physician Assistant
9576 W NC 10 HWY
VALE, NC 28168
Lincoln County (980) 484-3630

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 Vale Medical Clinic's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vale Medical Clinic is 1508688847. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on October 28, 2024.

Where is Vale Medical Clinic located?

Vale Medical Clinic is located at 9576 W Nc 10 Hwy, Vale, NC 28168. The listed phone number is (980) 484-3630.

What is Vale Medical Clinic's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

What insurance does Vale Medical Clinic accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Vale Medical Clinic 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vale Medical Clinic was last updated on November 26, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.