ALTHEA MARIE HINDS-COOK PA-C
NPI 1811511306
Physician Assistant in Albany, OR

Active since June 01, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.4/100
CMS Quality Rating
400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303, ALBANY, OR 97321(541) 812-5275 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 17, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 17, 2023, Oct 19, 2021, Jun 1, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Althea Marie Hinds-cook Pa-c NPPES

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

ALTHEA MARIE HINDS-COOK PA-C (NPI 1811511306) is an individual physician assistant in Albany, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (PA207652) and active in the NPI registry since June 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Eugene.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811511306
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameALTHEA MARIE HINDS-COOKCredential: PA-C
Location Address400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303Albany, OR 97321-1700
Mailing AddressPo Box 1189Corvallis, OR 97339-1189
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern Illinois University School Of MedicineGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 17, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 17, 2023
NPI 1811511306 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in OR · PA207652
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303, Albany, OR 97321

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14135 Quest DrEugene, OR 97402-8768 · Phone (541) 461-8006 · Fax (541) 463-2198

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

Althea Marie Hinds-cook Pa-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 ID4880082940
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211022001903
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 4

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 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.
93 services89 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.
27 services27 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
13 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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Corvallis, OR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380014
Location3600 NW Samaritan DriveCorvallis, OR 97330 · Benton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Samaritan Albany General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albany, OR
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number380022
Location1046 6th Avenue SWAlbany, OR 97321 · Linn County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97321 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
$84.82 typical visit price
range $54.96 – $166.64
Typical copayment $21.20 (range $13.74 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.64 typical visit price
range $17.68 – $136.19
Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.42 – $34.04)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

91.4/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality95.63
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost68.32

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

Family Medicine
400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303
ALBANY, OR 97321
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303
ALBANY, OR 97321
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303
ALBANY, OR 97321
Family Medicine
400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303
ALBANY, OR 97321
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303
ALBANY, OR 97321
Family Medicine
400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303
ALBANY, OR 97321
Physician Assistant
400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303
ALBANY, OR 97321
Physician Assistant
400 HICKORY ST NW STE 303
ALBANY, OR 97321

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 Althea Hinds-cook's NPI number?

The NPI number for Althea Hinds-cook is 1811511306. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2020.

Where is Althea Hinds-cook located?

Althea Hinds-cook practices at 400 Hickory St NW Ste 303, Albany, OR 97321. The listed phone number is (541) 812-5275.

What is Althea Hinds-cook's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Althea Hinds-cook enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Althea Hinds-cook 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 Althea Hinds-cook accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc. and Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon list Althea Hinds-cook 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 Althea Hinds-cook affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Althea Hinds-cook is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center and Samaritan Albany General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Althea Hinds-cook was last updated on January 17, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.