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CAITLIN HANDLAN
NPI 1851904163
Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care in Vestavia, AL

Active since August 26, 2020PECOS Enrolled
87.47/100
CMS Quality Rating
5018 CAHABA RIVER RD, VESTAVIA, AL 35243(205) 397-5200(205) 203-9858 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 2, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 2, 2023, Oct 25, 2022, Aug 26, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

About Caitlin Handlan NPPES

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

CAITLIN HANDLAN (NPI 1851904163) is an individual acute care provider in Vestavia, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (1-159301) and active in the NPI registry since August 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851904163
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LA2100X
Provider Legal NameCAITLIN HANDLAN
Location Address5018 CAHABA RIVER RDVestavia, AL 35243-2317
Mailing Address1717 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801
Phone(205) 397-5200
Fax(205) 203-9858
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 26, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 2, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 2, 2023
✔ NPI 1851904163 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Acute CarePhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LA2100X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 1-159301
5018 CAHABA RIVER RD, Vestavia, AL 35243
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Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Caitlin Handlan is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Caitlin Handlan reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC
7.0 mi
Pediatrics
1600 7TH AVE S
Birmingham, AL 35233
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 4,494 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1356377576 (205) 939-9100
Comprehensive Rehab Consultants PLLC
702 mi
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1300 WINDLASS DR
Middle River, MD 21220
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1710529771 (410) 687-1383

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
367 services42 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
209 services41 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
102 services35 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
88 services30 patients
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305
An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.
56 services49 patients
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305
An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.
48 services44 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35243 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

87.47/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality74.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

VICTORIA WICKS
Occupational Therapist (Hand)
5018 CAHABA RIVER RD
VESTAVIA, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 397-5200
LAUREN SEARCY DECKER PA
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
5018 CAHABA RIVER RD
VESTAVIA, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 453-7550
DR. ROBERT GORDON SORRELL M. D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
5018 CAHABA RIVER RD
VESTAVIA, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 397-5200
AFFINITY ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALISTS LLC
Orthopaedic Surgery
5018 CAHABA RIVER RD
VESTAVIA, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 971-1901
LEMAK SPORTS MEDICINE, LLC
Orthopaedic Surgery
5018 CAHABA RIVER RD
VESTAVIA, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 397-5200
SARAH GIBSON CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5018 CAHABA RIVER RD
VESTAVIA, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 971-3356
CENTRAL ALABAMA DIAGNOSTICS LLC
Clinic/Center (Radiology)
5018 CAHABA RIVER RD
VESTAVIA, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 453-7525
ZACHARY KEITH PHILLIPS MD
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
5018 CAHABA RIVER RD
VESTAVIA, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 397-5200

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 Caitlin Handlan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Caitlin Handlan is 1851904163. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 26, 2020.

Where is Caitlin Handlan located?

Caitlin Handlan practices at 5018 Cahaba River Rd, Vestavia, AL 35243. The listed phone number is (205) 397-5200.

What is Caitlin Handlan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Acute Care, with taxonomy code 363LA2100X.

Is Caitlin Handlan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Caitlin Handlan is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Caitlin Handlan's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Caitlin Handlan reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC (Birmingham, AL) and Comprehensive Rehab Consultants PLLC (Middle River, MD). 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 Caitlin Handlan's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Caitlin Handlan accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Caitlin Handlan 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Caitlin Handlan was last updated on February 2, 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.