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CARA HAMMONDS MD
NPI 1841401494
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Paducah, KY

Active since May 25, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
21.4/100
CMS Quality Rating
225 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 206, PADUCAH, KY 42003(270) 441-4890(270) 441-4132 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 9, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Cara Hammonds Md NPPES

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

CARA HAMMONDS MD (NPI 1841401494) is an individual rheumatology provider in Paducah, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (46612) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Murray-calloway County Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Louisville School Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841401494
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameCARA HAMMONDSCredential: MD
Location Address225 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 206Paducah, KY 42003-7914
Mailing Address225 Medical Center Dr, Suite 206Paducah, KY 42003-7914 · (270) 441-4890 · Fax (270) 441-4132
Phone(270) 441-4890
Fax(270) 441-4132
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateMay 25, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 9, 2017
✔ NPI 1841401494 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
Licenses✔ Licensed in KY · 46612✔ Licensed in TN · 635
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
225 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Paducah, KY 42003
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PINK093190KY
Medicaid7100130940KY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter Health and more.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

Cara Hammonds Md 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 ID1557557634
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131204001260
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 3

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.
166 services84 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.
37 services30 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.
35 services35 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Murray-Calloway County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Murray, KY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number180027
Location803 Poplar StreetMurray, KY 42071 · Calloway County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Paducah, KY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number180102
Location1530 Lone Oak RoadPaducah, KY 42003 · Mc Cracken County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Health Paducah

Acute Care Hospitals · Paducah, KY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number180104
Location2501 Kentucky AvenuePaducah, KY 42003 · Mc Cracken County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Marshall County Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Benton, KY
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number181327
Location615 Old Symsonia RoadBenton, KY 42025 · Marshall County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 42003 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
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
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.

21.4/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality12.53
Improvement Activities0
Cost44.68

Reported Quality Measures

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
63%255 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

MRS. SHAY LYNN KIRK APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
225 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 402
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 442-0103
JEFFREY L. RINEY M.D. & ASSOCIATES PLLC
Family Medicine
225 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 209B
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 441-4610
VASCULAR SPECIALISTS,PLLC
Specialist
225 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 208R
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 441-4300
PHILIP G HUNT M D ORTHOPEDICS P S C
Orthopaedic Surgery
225 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 406
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 441-4868
PAUL S BILAK APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
225 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SUITE 205
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 441-4206
MEGAN ELIZABETH BURCHAM
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
225 MEDICAL CENTER DR
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 441-4610
LOURDES MEDICAL PAVILION, LLC
Physiological Laboratory
225 MEDICAL CENTER DR
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 441-4100
ROBERT P MASSE R.N., A.R.N.P
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
225 MEDICAL CENTER DR
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 441-4500

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 Cara Hammonds's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cara Hammonds is 1841401494. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 25, 2007.

Where is Cara Hammonds located?

Cara Hammonds practices at 225 Medical Center Dr Suite 206, Paducah, KY 42003. The listed phone number is (270) 441-4890.

What is Cara Hammonds's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Cara Hammonds enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cara Hammonds 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 Cara Hammonds accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health and Ambetter of Tennessee list Cara Hammonds 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 Cara Hammonds affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cara Hammonds is affiliated with Murray-Calloway County Hospital, Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah and Marshall County Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cara Hammonds was last updated on October 9, 2017. 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.