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

Active since February 27, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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: July 19, 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 and is a graduate of Other (2017).

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
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
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

Other Identifiers 1

Other9999SC · Aprn License

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

Lauren Best Francis 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 ID3375815871
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170817003398
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 2024 & 2026 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.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4711 FOREST DR STE 9
COLUMBIA, SC 29206
Family Medicine
4711 FOREST DR STE 9
COLUMBIA, SC 29206

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1730629569, enumerated as an "individual" on February 27, 2017.

The provider is located at 4711 FOREST DR STE 9 COLUMBIA, SC 29206 and the phone number is (803) 266-9920.

Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363LF0000X and a focus in Family.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Medicare. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.