CHARLENE HESTER SMITH APRN
NPI 1568187961
Nurse Practitioner - Adult Health in West Columbia, SC

Active since October 07, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.03/100
CMS Quality Rating
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140, WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169(803) 936-7076 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 16, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 21, 2022, Oct 7, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Charlene Hester Smith Aprn NPPES

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

CHARLENE HESTER SMITH APRN (NPI 1568187961) is an individual adult health provider in West Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (26808) and active in the NPI registry since October 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568187961
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LA2200X
Provider Legal NameCHARLENE HESTER SMITHCredential: APRN
Location Address146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140West Columbia, SC 29169-4800
Mailing AddressPo Box 6069West Columbia, SC 29171-6069 · (803) 739-3387
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateOctober 7, 2022
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 16, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 16, 2024
✔ NPI 1568187961 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Adult HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LA2200X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 26808
Also ListedRegistered NurseTaxonomy 163W00000X · License 230596 (SC)
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140, West Columbia, SC 29169

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Charlene Hester Smith Aprn 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 ID5294104634
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221207001750
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 8

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.

Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit J0585
Onabotulinumtoxina, also known as Botox, is a medication injected into muscles. It's used to treat various conditions by blocking nerve activity in the muscles, causing a temporary reduction in muscle activity. The units refer to the dosage.
4,800 services16 patients
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.
278 services200 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.
257 services201 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
80 services74 patients
Punch biopsy, each additional skin growth 11105
A punch biopsy is a procedure where a small, circular tool removes a sample of your skin growth. This allows for testing to identify the nature of the growth. If there are multiple growths, each additional one may also need a biopsy.
40 services22 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.
34 services34 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Lexington Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · West Columbia, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420073
Location2720 Sunset BlvdWest Columbia, SC 29169 · Lexington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Baptist

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420086
Location1330 Taylor At Marion StColumbia, SC 29220 · Richland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29169 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
$83.18 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

83.03/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality80.45
Promoting Interoperability89
Improvement Activities40
Cost72.17

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.

Nurse Practitioner
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Nurse Practitioner
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Nurse Practitioner
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Physician Assistant
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Neurological Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 140
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169

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 Charlene Smith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charlene Smith is 1568187961. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 7, 2022.

Where is Charlene Smith located?

Charlene Smith practices at 146 E Hospital Dr Ste 140, West Columbia, SC 29169. The listed phone number is (803) 936-7076.

What is Charlene Smith's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Adult Health, with taxonomy code 363LA2200X.

Is Charlene Smith enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charlene Smith 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 Charlene Smith accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Charlene Smith 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 Charlene Smith affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charlene Smith is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center and Prisma Health Baptist.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charlene Smith was last updated on January 16, 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.