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VALERIE STARNES APRN-C
NPI 1730622598
Nurse Practitioner - Gerontology in Fort Myers, FL

Q: What is Valerie Starnes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Valerie Starnes is 1730622598. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 28, 2016.

Q: What is Valerie Starnes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Gerontology, with taxonomy code 363LG0600X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Valerie Starnes was last updated on July 31, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 days 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.

Active since November 28, 2016PECOS Enrolled

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

3033 WINKLER AVE UNIT 270, FORT MYERS, FL 33916(239) 343-3552(239) 468-7970 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 31, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 31, 2026, Dec 10, 2020, Sep 19, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Valerie Starnes Aprn-c NPPES

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

VALERIE STARNES APRN-C (NPI 1730622598) is an individual gerontology provider in Fort Myers, Florida, licensed in Florida (APRN1561462) and active in the NPI registry since November 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Fort Myers, and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730622598

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LG0600X

Provider Legal NameVALERIE STARNESCredential: APRN-C

Location Address3033 WINKLER AVE UNIT 270Fort Myers, FL 33916-9581

Mailing AddressPo Box 2147Fort Myers, FL 33902-2147 · (239) 343-3552 · Fax (239) 468-7970

Phone(239) 343-3552

Fax(239) 468-7970

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateNovember 28, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 31, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 31, 2026

✔ NPI 1730622598 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · GerontologyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LG0600X

License✔ Licensed in FL · APRN1561462

Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License APRN1561462 (FL)

3033 WINKLER AVE UNIT 270, Fort Myers, FL 33916

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 113411 Parker Commons Blvd Ste 101Fort Myers, FL 33912 · Phone (239) 415-4900 · Fax (239) 337-4901

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid132013800FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include UnitedHealthcare.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

Valerie Starnes Aprn-c 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 ID2769750389

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170622000863

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 10

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.

Hyaluronan or derivative, triluron, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg J7332

Triluron is a treatment involving injections of a substance called hyaluronan into your joints. It helps to lubricate and cushion the joint, which can reduce pain and improve movement, especially in conditions like osteoarthritis. Each injection contains 1 mg of hyaluronan.

39,309 services495 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg J3304

Triamcinolone acetonide is a long-lasting, preservative-free steroid injection. It's delivered in tiny, slow-releasing particles (microspheres) to manage inflammation or related conditions. The dose given is 1 mg. It's generally safe with few side effects.

24,790 services379 patients

Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg J7329

Trivisc is a treatment involving injections of a substance called hyaluronan into your joint, typically the knee. This substance is similar to a natural fluid in your joints that helps cushion and lubricate them. Trivisc can help reduce pain and improve joint movement.

5,602 services70 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

3,561 services911 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

3,469 services878 patients

Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967

Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.

3,299 services832 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33916 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

$91.69 typical visit price

range $58.56 – $179.05

Typical copayment $22.92 (range $14.64 – $44.76)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$103.21 typical visit price

range $18.44 – $144.68

Typical copayment $25.80 (range $4.61 – $36.17)

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.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

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.

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