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CHRISTI ANN LUCUS NP
NPI 1659773919
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Hickory, NC

Active since September 18, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
212 29TH AVE NE, SUITE 1, HICKORY, NC 28601(828) 326-0658(828) 326-7105 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 18, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Christi Ann Lucus Np NPPES

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

CHRISTI ANN LUCUS NP (NPI 1659773919) is an individual family provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (209603) and active in the NPI registry since September 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659773919
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTI ANN LUCUSCredential: NP
Location Address212 29TH AVE NE, SUITE 1Hickory, NC 28601-1084
Mailing Address212 29th Ave Ne, Suite 1Hickory, NC 28601-1084 · (828) 326-0658 · Fax (828) 326-7105
Phone(828) 326-0658
Fax(828) 326-7105
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateSeptember 18, 2014
✔ NPI 1659773919 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 209603
212 29TH AVE NE, Hickory, NC 28601
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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

Christi Ann Lucus Np 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 ID9537483854
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150115000461
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.

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.
60 services50 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.
51 services43 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
35 services20 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) 87880
A detection test by immunoassay for Group A Strep is a quick procedure to identify a bacterial infection in your throat. It involves taking a throat swab and applying it to a test strip, which changes color if Strep bacteria are present.
23 services11 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
21 services21 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.
18 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Frye Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340116
Location420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Catawba Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340143
Location810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28601 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers20 claims52 services$6.53 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 6

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

CROWN HEALTH CARE, PA
Clinic/Center
212 29TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 485-2762
DR. JASON KIHNEMAN M.D.
Family Medicine
212 29TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 326-0658
BONI LEE KILLIAN-COBB FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
212 29TH AVE NE, SUITE 1
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 326-0658
STEVEN L SANDERSON MD
Family Medicine
212 29TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 326-0621
DANA CHAMBERS MD
Family Medicine
212 29TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 485-2762
CATAWBA VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP, INC
Family Medicine
212 29TH AVE NE
HICKORY, NC 28601
Catawba County (828) 732-5350

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 Christi Lucus's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christi Lucus is 1659773919. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 18, 2014.

Where is Christi Lucus located?

Christi Lucus practices at 212 29th Ave NE Suite 1, Hickory, NC 28601. The listed phone number is (828) 326-0658.

What is Christi Lucus's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Christi Lucus enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christi Lucus 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 Christi Lucus accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Christi Lucus 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 Christi Lucus affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christi Lucus is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center and Catawba Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christi Lucus was last updated on September 18, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.