CLAIRE TIMM HUGHES
NPI 1861888620
Physician Assistant in Saint Paul, MN

Active since April 08, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.53/100
CMS Quality Rating
333 SMITH AVE N, SAINT PAUL, MN 55102(651) 635-9173 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 13, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Claire Timm Hughes NPPES

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

CLAIRE TIMM HUGHES (NPI 1861888620) is an individual physician assistant in Saint Paul, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (12170) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Allina United Hospital, and is a graduate of Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861888620
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameCLAIRE TIMM HUGHES
Location Address333 SMITH AVE NSaint Paul, MN 55102-2344
Mailing Address2925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · (612) 262-9000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNorthwestern University Feinberg Medical SchoolGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateApril 8, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateApril 13, 2023
NPPES CertifiedApril 13, 2023
NPI 1861888620 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 MN · 12170
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.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X · License 12170 (MN)
333 SMITH AVE N, Saint Paul, MN 55102

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

Claire Timm Hughes 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 ID4284928557
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160809001910
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 6

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 hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
93 services53 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
63 services40 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.
57 services42 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
47 services44 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
17 services12 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Allina United Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Paul, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240038
Location333 North Smith AvenueSaint Paul, MN 55102 · Ramsey County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55102 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.74 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

83.53/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.79
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost63.31

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 Anesthetist, Certified Registered
333 SMITH AVE N
ST PAUL, MN 55102
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
333 SMITH AVE N
SAINT PAUL, MN 55102
Speech-Language Pathologist
333 SMITH AVE N
SAINT PAUL, MN 55102
Emergency Medicine
333 SMITH AVE N
SAINT PAUL, MN 55102
Emergency Medicine
333 SMITH AVE N
SAINT PAUL, MN 55102
Physical Therapist (Geriatrics)
333 SMITH AVE N
SAINT PAUL, MN 55102
Physician Assistant
333 SMITH AVE N
SAINT PAUL, MN 55102
Anesthesiology
333 SMITH AVE N
SAINT PAUL, MN 55102

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 Claire Hughes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Claire Hughes is 1861888620. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 8, 2015.

Where is Claire Hughes located?

Claire Hughes practices at 333 Smith Ave N, Saint Paul, MN 55102. The listed phone number is (651) 635-9173.

What is Claire Hughes's specialty?

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

Is Claire Hughes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Claire Hughes 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 Claire Hughes accept?

Health plans from Medica list Claire Hughes 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 Claire Hughes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Claire Hughes is affiliated with Allina United Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Claire Hughes was last updated on April 13, 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.