MELANIE HUDGINS NP
NPI 1558714253
Nurse Practitioner in Pulaski, VA
NPI Status: Active since July 18, 2016
Contact Information
2400 LEE HWY N
PULASKI, VA
ZIP 24301
Phone: (540) 994-8100
- Individual
- Female
- Years of Experience 11
- Nurse Practitioner
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About MELANIE HUDGINS
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Melanie Hudgins, a provider established in Pulaski, Virginia with a medical specialization in Nurse Practitioner and more than 11 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1558714253 assigned on July 2016. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363L00000X with license number 0024173443 (VA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 10 years ago.
- NPI
- 1558714253
- Provider Name
- MELANIE HUDGINS NP
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 2400 LEE HWY N PULASKI, VA 24301
- Location Phone
- (540) 994-8100
- Mailing Address
- 6136 HEDGE LN DUBLIN, VA 24084
- Mailing Phone
- (540) 320-7209
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 2015
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 07-18-2016
- Last Update Date
- 07-18-2016
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A nurse practitioner (NP) like Melanie Hudgins is an experienced registered nurse with a master’s or doctoral degree and advanced clinical training. Nurse practitioners can work in many different specialties including primary care, pediatrics, cardiology, emergency, women’s health, oncology or geriatrics. Nurse practitioners provide services like physical exams, order laboratory tests, manage diseases, write prescriptions, etc.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Nurse Practitioner
- Taxonomy Code
- 363L00000X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- 0024173443
- License State
- VA
- Taxonomy Description
- (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.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Bronze Classic 4700 - EPO
- Bronze Classic 4700 | MercyOne - EPO
- Bronze Classic Standard - EPO
- Bronze Classic Standard | MercyOne - EPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - EPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | MercyOne - EPO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | MercyOne - EPO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM | MercyOne - EPO
- Bronze Simple Diabetes | MercyOne - EPO
- Gold Classic Standard - EPO
- Gold Classic Standard | MercyOne - EPO
- Gold Elite - EPO
- Gold Elite | MercyOne - EPO
- Secure - EPO
- Secure | MercyOne - EPO
- Silver Classic - EPO
- Silver Classic | MercyOne - EPO
- Silver Classic Standard - EPO
- Silver Classic Standard | MercyOne - EPO
- Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | MercyOne - EPO
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Melanie Hudgins is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Melanie Hudgins is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 3779871298
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20161014001705
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound
Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes
Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes
Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes
Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes
Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 45 minutes
Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 45 minutes
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less
This procedure involves applying a special chemical to a wound to prevent unwanted tissue from growing back. It aids in proper healing by ensuring only healthy tissue regrows. It's a common, safe practice in wound care.
This service was performed 72 times for 22 patientsA follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
This service was performed 60 times for 52 patientsA follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
This service was performed 90 times for 55 patientsA follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
This service was performed 222 times for 91 patientsA follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
This service was performed 443 times for 74 patientsAn initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
This service was performed 135 times for 135 patientsAn initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
This service was performed 57 times for 57 patientsThis procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
This service was performed 78 times for 41 patientsThis procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
This service was performed 176 times for 31 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $21.72 for a new patient copayment and $24.78 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 24301 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $86.88
- Minimum New Patient Price $56.19
- Maximum New Patient Price $170.3
- Average New Patient Copayment $21.72
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.04
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $42.57
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $99.13
- Minimum Established Patient Price $18.07
- Maximum Established Patient Price $138.91
- Average Established Patient Copayment $24.78
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.51
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.72
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Care Plan | 100% | 92 |
| Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker or provide an advance care plan | ||
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1558714253, we treat the final digit (3) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 57. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 57 = 3).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 57 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1558714253, enumerated as an "individual" on July 18, 2016.
The provider is located at 2400 LEE HWY N PULASKI, VA 24301 and the phone number is (540) 994-8100.
Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Oscar Insurance Company. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
