LEAH BOST LESKA FNP-BC
NPI 1831382290
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Newton, NC

Active since August 20, 2007PECOS Enrolled
82.33/100
CMS Quality Rating
3975 ROBINSON RD, NEWTON, NC 28658(828) 466-0466(828) 466-8862 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 26, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 26, 2026, Mar 3, 2026, Mar 7, 2023 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

About Leah Bost Leska Fnp-bc NPPES

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

LEAH BOST LESKA FNP-BC (NPI 1831382290) is an individual family provider in Newton, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (5003242) and active in the NPI registry since August 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831382290
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameLEAH BOST LESKACredential: FNP-BC
Location Address3975 ROBINSON RDNewton, NC 28658-9715
Mailing Address3975 Robinson RdNewton, NC 28658-9715 · (828) 466-0466 · Fax (828) 466-8862
Fax(828) 466-8862
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateAugust 20, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 26, 20267 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 26, 2026
✔ NPI 1831382290 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 5003242
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License 5003242 (NC)
3975 ROBINSON RD, Newton, NC 28658

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Leah B Vaughan Fnp-bc

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Leah Bost Leska Fnp-bc is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID2466673702
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141029002353
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Leah Leska reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Family Medicine
3975 ROBINSON RD
Newton, NC 28658
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 16 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
3975 ROBINSON RD
Newton, NC 28658
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 49 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 7

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.

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
189 services121 patients
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349
An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
71 services28 patients
Residence visit for new patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99345
A new patient home visit is a comprehensive 75-minute appointment conducted at your home. The healthcare professional will assess your health, discuss any concerns, and create a personalized care plan. It's convenient, comfortable, and tailored to your specific needs.
46 services46 patients
Residence visit for new patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes 99344
A new patient home visit is a comprehensive service where a healthcare professional visits your home for about an hour. This visit includes an overall health assessment, discussion about your medical history, and planning for future healthcare needs. The goal is to understand your health status and provide personalized care.
40 services40 patients
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348
An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.
20 services13 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
15 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Frye Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340116
Location420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28658 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.

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.

82.33/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality67.64
Improvement Activities40
Cost55.79

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3975 ROBINSON RD
NEWTON, NC 28658
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3975 ROBINSON RD
NEWTON, NC 28658
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3975 ROBINSON RD
NEWTON, NC 28658
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3975 ROBINSON RD
NEWTON, NC 28658
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3975 ROBINSON RD
NEWTON, NC 28658
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
3975 ROBINSON RD
NEWTON, NC 28658
Family Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
3975 ROBINSON RD
NEWTON, NC 28658
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3975 ROBINSON RD
NEWTON, NC 28658

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 Leah Leska's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leah Leska is 1831382290. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 20, 2007. The provider is also known as Leah B Vaughan Fnp-Bc.

Where is Leah Leska located?

Leah Leska practices at 3975 Robinson Rd, Newton, NC 28658. The listed phone number is (828) 466-0466.

What is Leah Leska's specialty?

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

Is Leah Leska enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Leah Leska is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Leah Leska's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Leah Leska reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Carolina Caring Health Partners, LLC (Newton, NC) and Carolina Caring Serious Illness, LLC (Newton, NC). 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 Leah Leska's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Leah Leska accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and AmeriHealth Caritas Next and 1 other insurer list Leah Leska 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 Leah Leska affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Leah Leska is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leah Leska was last updated on March 26, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.