LAUREN GARDNER NP
NPI 1740532043
Nurse Practitioner in Wilmington, NC

Active since October 10, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1415 PHYSICIANS DR, WILMINGTON, NC 28401(910) 662-9500(910) 662-9501 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 27, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: May 27, 2021, Mar 29, 2021, Feb 11, 2021 and 40 more (43 updates tracked since 2016).

About Lauren Gardner Np NPPES

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

LAUREN GARDNER NP (NPI 1740532043) is an individual nurse practitioner in Wilmington, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (5005855) and active in the NPI registry since October 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Columbus Regional Healthcare System, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740532043
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameLAUREN GARDNERCredential: NP
Location Address1415 PHYSICIANS DRWilmington, NC 28401-7338
Mailing AddressPo Box 936857Atlanta, GA 31193-6857 · (910) 662-9500 · Fax (910) 662-9501
Fax(910) 662-9501
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateOctober 10, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateMay 27, 202143 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 27, 2021
NPI 1740532043 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License Licensed in NC · 5005855
Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

1415 PHYSICIANS DR, Wilmington, NC 28401

Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 15145 S College RdWilmington, NC 28412-2207 · Phone (910) 754-5453
Location 21960 S 16th StWilmington, NC 28401-6676 · Phone (910) 754-5453
Location 3800 Jefferson St, Ste 112Whiteville, NC 28472-3710 · Phone (910) 642-8164
Location 4584 Hospital Dr NE, Unit EBolivia, NC 28422-0019 · Phone (910) 754-5453

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 Gardner 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 ID5597919498
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130130000312
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 11

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.

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.
301 services233 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
119 services108 patients
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.
88 services64 patients
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals 80053
A comprehensive group of blood chemicals test, also known as a comprehensive metabolic panel, is a blood test that measures your sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This helps to check your body's overall health.
76 services56 patients
Natriuretic peptide (heart and blood vessel protein) level 83880
A natriuretic peptide level test is a blood test that helps doctors check for heart failure. It measures the amount of certain proteins that your heart and blood vessels produce when they are under stress. High levels may indicate heart disease.
60 services51 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
48 services38 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Columbus Regional Healthcare System

Acute Care Hospitals · Whiteville, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340068
Location500 Jefferson StWhiteville, NC 28472 · Columbus County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilmington, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340141
Location2131 S 17th St Box 9000Wilmington, NC 28402 · New Hanover County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Supply, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340158
Location1 Medical Center Dr PO Box 139Supply, NC 28462 · Brunswick County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28401 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 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers15 claims15 services$14.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers33 claims33 services$82.98 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 19

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

Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
1415 PHYSICIANS DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Pharmacist
1415 PHYSICIANS DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Physician Assistant
1415 PHYSICIANS DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1415 PHYSICIANS DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1415 PHYSICIANS DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
1415 PHYSICIANS DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1415 PHYSICIANS DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1415 PHYSICIANS DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401

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 Gardner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Gardner is 1740532043. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 10, 2012.

Where is Lauren Gardner located?

Lauren Gardner practices at 1415 Physicians Dr, Wilmington, NC 28401. The listed phone number is (910) 662-9500.

What is Lauren Gardner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Lauren Gardner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauren Gardner 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 Lauren Gardner accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Lauren Gardner 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 Lauren Gardner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lauren Gardner is affiliated with Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lauren Gardner was last updated on May 27, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.