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MRS. LAURA M FARUQUE MD
NPI 1902892045
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Hickory, NC

Active since September 23, 2005PECOS Enrolled
91.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
915 TATE BLVD SE, SUITE 170, HICKORY, NC 28602(828) 345-0800(828) 345-0350 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Mrs. Laura M Faruque Md NPPES

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

MRS. LAURA M FARUQUE MD (NPI 1902892045) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (33650) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902892045
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. LAURA M FARUQUECredential: MD
Location Address915 TATE BLVD SE, SUITE 170Hickory, NC 28602-4042
Mailing Address915 Tate Blvd Se, Suite 170Hickory, NC 28602-4042 · (828) 345-0800 · Fax (828) 345-0350
Phone(828) 345-0800
Fax(828) 345-0350
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateSeptember 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 2023
✔ NPI 1902892045 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 33650
Definition
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
915 TATE BLVD SE, Hickory, NC 28602
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid8931399NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Cigna Healthcare.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)

Mrs. Laura M Faruque Md 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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Laura Faruque reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Uwh Of The Carolinas, PLLC
141 mi
Obstetrics & Gynecology
200 PERIMETER PARK DR STE B
Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 413 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1639506470 (919) 334-0150

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 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.

Screening 3d breast mammography 77063
Screening 3D breast mammography is a procedure that uses low-dose X-rays to create detailed images of the breast. This allows for early detection of any unusual changes or growths. It's a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that typically takes about 30 minutes.
75 services75 patients
Screening mammography 77067
Screening mammography is a preventative measure that uses low-dose X-rays to take images of the chest area. It's a key tool in early detection of abnormalities, helping to identify issues before they become symptomatic. It is recommended annually for certain age groups.
75 services75 patients
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
74 services74 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.
31 services24 patients
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine 77080
A DXA bone density measurement is a simple, quick, and non-invasive procedure that assesses the strength of your bones. This test uses X-rays to measure the amount of minerals, mainly calcium, in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps in early detection of osteoporosis or other bone diseases.
22 services22 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.
16 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28602 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

91.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality90.09
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost80.24

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
94%449 patients5/55-star benchmark: 92%
Cervical Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…
91%1,090 patients
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
97%1,871 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
54%136 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
99%182 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
64%1,518 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
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…
44%1,439 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 100% · 1,131 patients
Patients tobacco: 33% · 30 patients
96%1,131 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
97%1,518 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
65%1,518 patients3/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
68%1,518 patients
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.

LAUREN WHITLEY BCBA
Behavior Analyst
915 TATE BLVD SE
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (828) 608-3338
DLP CENTRAL CAROLINA PHYSICIAN PRACTICES LLC
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
915 TATE BLVD SE, STE 182
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (615) 920-7000
LYRICIST DIOR COTTON LCMHC
Counselor (Mental Health)
915 TATE BLVD SE
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (828) 345-0800
DLP CENTRAL CAROLINA PHYSICIAN PRACTICES LLC
Surgery
915 TATE BLVD SE, STE 186
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (615) 920-7000
TERI J HERMAN RN-C, GONP
Nurse Practitioner (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
915 TATE BLVD SE, SUITE 170
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (828) 345-0800
DLP FRYE MEDICAL GROUP LLC
Psychologist
915 TATE BLVD SE, SUITE 186
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (828) 449-8563
MAI KHOU VANG PA-C
Family Medicine
915 TATE BLVD SE, SUITE 186
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (828) 449-8458
JENNIFER CONWAY M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
915 TATE BLVD SE, STE 915
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (828) 345-0800

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 Laura Faruque's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Faruque is 1902892045. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 23, 2005.

Where is Laura Faruque located?

Laura Faruque practices at 915 Tate Blvd SE Suite 170, Hickory, NC 28602. The listed phone number is (828) 345-0800.

What is Laura Faruque's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Laura Faruque enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Faruque is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Laura Faruque's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Laura Faruque reassigns Medicare benefits to Uwh Of The Carolinas, PLLC (Morrisville, NC). The 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 Laura Faruque's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Laura Faruque accept?

Health plans from Cigna Healthcare list Laura Faruque 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 Laura Faruque was last updated on March 7, 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.