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LAUREN BEST FRANCIS APRN
NPI 1730629569
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Columbia, SC

Active since February 27, 2017PECOS Enrolled
4711 FOREST DR STE 9, COLUMBIA, SC 29206(803) 266-9920 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 23, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 23, 2025, Sep 30, 2020, Jun 19, 2020 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

About Lauren Best Francis Aprn NPPES

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

LAUREN BEST FRANCIS APRN (NPI 1730629569) is an individual family provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (207912) and active in the NPI registry since February 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730629569
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameLAUREN BEST FRANCISCredential: APRN
Location Address4711 FOREST DR STE 9Columbia, SC 29206-3125
Mailing Address4711 Forest Dr Ste 9Columbia, SC 29206-3125 · (803) 266-9920
Phone(803) 266-9920
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateFebruary 27, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateMay 23, 20257 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 23, 2025
✔ NPI 1730629569 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 SC · 207912
4711 FOREST DR STE 9, Columbia, SC 29206
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Other Identifiers 1

Other9999SC · Aprn License

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.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 (PECOS)

Lauren Best Francis Aprn is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Face-to-face behavioral counseling for obesity, 15 minutes G0447
This is a 15-minute consultation where a healthcare professional discusses your eating habits, physical activity, and goals to help manage your weight. The aim is to provide personalized strategies to promote a healthier lifestyle and combat obesity.
604 services102 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.
266 services96 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.
195 services83 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
91 services15 patients
Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg J3420
This is a procedure where a small dose of Vitamin B-12, also known as Cyanocobalamin, is injected into your body. This vitamin is essential for nerve function and the production of red blood cells. It's often used to treat vitamin B-12 deficiency.
87 services14 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
35 services35 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29206 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers16 claims16 services$34.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$48.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers19 claims114 services$1.87 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 2

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

MIKAYLA SMITH APRN
Family Medicine
4711 FOREST DR STE 9
COLUMBIA, SC 29206
Richland County (803) 266-9920
MRS. CHELSEA DIANE TURNER FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4711 FOREST DR STE 9
COLUMBIA, SC 29206
Richland County (803) 354-2635

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 Lauren Francis's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Francis is 1730629569. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 27, 2017.

Where is Lauren Francis located?

Lauren Francis practices at 4711 Forest Dr Ste 9, Columbia, SC 29206. The listed phone number is (803) 266-9920.

What is Lauren Francis's specialty?

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

Is Lauren Francis enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauren Francis is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Lauren Francis accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina list Lauren Francis 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 Lauren Francis was last updated on May 23, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 months 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.