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MRS. BETTY JEAN SCHWAB NURSE PRACTITIONER
NPI 1730487695
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Decatur, AL

Active since March 02, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1201 7TH ST SE, DECATUR GENERAL HOSPITAL, DECATUR, AL 35601(256) 341-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 30, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Mrs. Betty Jean Schwab Nurse Practitioner NPPES

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

MRS. BETTY JEAN SCHWAB NURSE PRACTITIONER (NPI 1730487695) is an individual family provider in Decatur, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (1-109629) and active in the NPI registry since March 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730487695
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. BETTY JEAN SCHWABCredential: NURSE PRACTITIONER
Location Address1201 7TH ST SE, DECATUR GENERAL HOSPITALDecatur, AL 35601
Mailing Address7493 Us Highway 278 ECullman, AL 35055-7975 · (256) 796-4299
Phone(256) 341-2000
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateMarch 2, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 30, 2011
✔ NPI 1730487695 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 1-109629
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License 1-109629 (AL)
1201 7TH ST SE, Decatur, AL 35601
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PIN102I502667AL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.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

Mrs. Betty Jean Schwab Nurse Practitioner 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 ID749465961
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110503000149
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

5

Medicare enrollment records show Betty Schwab reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Island Medical Alabama LLC
29 mi
Emergency Medicine
1912 AL HIGHWAY 157
Cullman, AL 35058
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 125 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1104097666 (844) 474-4019
United Doctors Family Medical Center LLC
53 mi
Internal Medicine
2986 US HIGHWAY 431
Boaz, AL 35957
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 28 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013313709 (256) 673-0977
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
74 mi
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
619 19TH ST S # JT845
Birmingham, AL 35249
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 460 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1356674360 (205) 934-7072
Paragon Contracting Services LLC
75 mi
Emergency Medicine
810 SAINT VINCENTS DR
Birmingham, AL 35205
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 646 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1225071459 (205) 939-7100
Stopwatch Urgent Care Centers LLC
164 mi
Urgent Care
2415 MOORES MILL RD, SUITE 230
Auburn, AL 36830
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 94 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1841506458 (334) 502-1117

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 9

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, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
165 services17 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus 87804
This is a test that identifies the influenza virus in your body. It works by using an immunoassay, a method that detects the presence of the virus through an immune response. The results are directly observable, making it a quick and efficient way to diagnose flu.
104 services49 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.
74 services59 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) 87811
This is a test to detect COVID-19, the virus causing severe respiratory illness. It uses a method called immunoassay, which identifies the virus by its unique proteins. The test is directly observed for accuracy. It helps determine if you're currently infected.
65 services61 patients
Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg J0696
Ceftriaxone sodium is an antibiotic injection used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Each injection contains 250 mg of the medicine. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.
56 services13 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.
48 services48 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35601 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

SANDRA E. BARR CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1201 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 341-2000
DR. LLOYD JAMES M.D.
Family Medicine
1201 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 341-2909
DR. INGRAM D EASTER MD
Hospitalist
1201 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 973-2000
MANAGED HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION, INC
General Acute Care Hospital
1201 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 341-2000
ELIZABETH DEL CARMEN HERNANDEZ MD
Hospitalist
1201 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 973-2000
DR. LOYD E. SHAW M.D.
Anesthesiology
1201 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 341-2000
SAMUEL WILSON MD
Emergency Medicine
1201 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 423-2175
DELANA COLE CLEMONS NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1201 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL 35601
Morgan County (256) 973-2606

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 Betty Schwab's NPI number?

The NPI number for Betty Schwab is 1730487695. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 2, 2011.

Where is Betty Schwab located?

Betty Schwab practices at 1201 7th St SE Decatur General Hospital, Decatur, AL 35601. The listed phone number is (256) 341-2000.

What is Betty Schwab's specialty?

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

Is Betty Schwab enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Betty Schwab 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 Betty Schwab's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Betty Schwab reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Island Medical Alabama LLC (Cullman, AL), United Doctors Family Medical Center LLC (Boaz, AL), University Of Alabama At Birmingham (Birmingham, AL), Paragon Contracting Services LLC (Birmingham, AL) and Stopwatch Urgent Care Centers LLC (Auburn, AL). 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 Betty Schwab's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Betty Schwab accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Betty Schwab 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 Betty Schwab was last updated on September 30, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.