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HEATHER MELISSA WELLS NP-C
NPI 1821584459
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Albany, GA

Active since July 06, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5410 PAULK DR, ALBANY, GA 31721(229) 376-0918 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 6, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Heather Melissa Wells Np-c NPPES

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

HEATHER MELISSA WELLS NP-C (NPI 1821584459) is an individual family provider in Albany, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (F06181060) and active in the NPI registry since July 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Archbold Memorial, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821584459
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameHEATHER MELISSA WELLSCredential: NP-C
Location Address5410 PAULK DRAlbany, GA 31721-7434
Mailing Address5410 Paulk DrAlbany, GA 31721-7434 · (229) 376-0918
Phone(229) 376-0918
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2018
✔ NPI 1821584459 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 GA · F06181060
5410 PAULK DR, Albany, GA 31721
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Heather Melissa Wells Np-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 ID1951649680
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190205001732
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Heather Wells reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Archbold Medical Group
45 mi
Internal Medicine
1090 5TH ST SE
Cairo, GA 39828
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 96 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1265798185 (229) 377-1100
Healogics Specialty Physicians Of Georgia, LLC
80 mi
Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine
616 19TH ST STE 300
Columbus, GA 31901
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 24 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1265843536 (706) 320-8685
Rural Urgent Care LLC
202 mi
Urgent Care
1925 W MAIN ST STE 120
Centre, AL 35960
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 157 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932586476 (205) 545-5088

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.
50 services23 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.
46 services25 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus 87804
This is a test that identifies the influenza virus in your body. It works by using an immunoassay, a method that detects the presence of the virus through an immune response. The results are directly observable, making it a quick and efficient way to diagnose flu.
36 services15 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.
29 services18 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.
23 services18 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 87426
An immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.
17 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Archbold Memorial

Acute Care Hospitals · Thomasville, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110038
Location915 Gordon Avenue & Mimosa DriveThomasville, GA 31792 · Thomas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31721 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
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

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 Heather Wells's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Wells is 1821584459. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2018.

Where is Heather Wells located?

Heather Wells practices at 5410 Paulk Dr, Albany, GA 31721. The listed phone number is (229) 376-0918.

What is Heather Wells's specialty?

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

Is Heather Wells enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Wells 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Heather Wells's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Heather Wells reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Archbold Medical Group (Cairo, GA), Healogics Specialty Physicians Of Georgia, LLC (Columbus, GA) and Rural Urgent Care LLC (Centre, AL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Heather Wells's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Heather Wells accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Heather Wells 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 Heather Wells affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Heather Wells is affiliated with Archbold Memorial.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Wells was last updated on July 6, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.