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DR. VERONICA MICHELLE PATTERSON M.D.
NPI 1962408997
Family Medicine in Commerce, GA

Active since June 23, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
641 HOSPITAL RD, SUITE 4, COMMERCE, GA 30529(706) 335-2777(706) 335-2788 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 26, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Veronica Michelle Patterson M.d. NPPES

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

DR. VERONICA MICHELLE PATTERSON M.D. (NPI 1962408997) is an individual family medicine provider in Commerce, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (043107) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962408997
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. VERONICA MICHELLE PATTERSONCredential: M.D.
Location Address641 HOSPITAL RD, SUITE 4Commerce, GA 30529-1155
Mailing Address641 Hospital Rd, Suite 4Commerce, GA 30529-1155 · (706) 335-2777 · Fax (706) 335-2788
Phone(706) 335-2777
Fax(706) 335-2788
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJune 26, 2017
✔ NPI 1962408997 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 043107
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
641 HOSPITAL RD, Commerce, GA 30529
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare UPING59314GA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified08BBQMHGA
Medicaid000796551DGA
Medicaid000796551CGA
Medicaid000796551EGA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, 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

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Veronica Michelle Patterson M.d. 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 ID345154977
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031119000027
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 4

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 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.
343 services145 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
75 services75 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
62 services16 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
20 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

St Mary's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110006
Location1230 Baxter StreetAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center, LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Lavonia, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110027
Location367 Clear Creek ParkwayLavonia, GA 30553 · Franklin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Gainesville, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number110029
Location743 Spring StreetGainesville, GA 30501 · Hall County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110074
Location1199 Prince AvenueAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Birthing friendly

Northside Hospital Gwinnett

Acute Care Hospitals · Lawrenceville, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110087
Location1000 Medical Center BoulevardLawrenceville, GA 30046 · Gwinnett County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30529 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
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
69%443 patients3/55-star benchmark: 96%
Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
98%421 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
100%153 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
100%39 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
98%245 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%3,215 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Risk Assessment
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older with a history of falls that had a risk assessment for falls completed within 12 months
98%422 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Ischemic Vascular Disease (IVD): Use of Aspirin or Another Antiplatelet
Percentage of patients 18 years of age and older who were diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) or percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period, or who had an active…
99%78 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
100%158 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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…
100%1,259 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
100%206 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age
Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis
73%70 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 12

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers27 claims90 services$6.39 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers12 claims12 services$2.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers12 claims26 services$1.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$41.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$19.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$100.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

WELLNESS FIRST PC
Family Medicine
641 HOSPITAL RD, SUITE 4
COMMERCE, GA 30529
Jackson County (706) 335-2777
KALEEM AHMED MD PC
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
641 HOSPITAL RD, SUITE 2
COMMERCE, GA 30529
Jackson County (706) 335-4212
ASSOCIATED NEPHROLOGY OF NORTHEAST GEORGIA LLC
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
641 HOSPITAL RD, SUITE 2
COMMERCE, GA 30529
Jackson County (706) 335-4212
RIDGEWAY FAMILY PRACTICE, PC
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
641 HOSPITAL RD, SUITE 3
COMMERCE, GA 30529
Jackson County (706) 335-2034

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 Veronica Patterson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Veronica Patterson is 1962408997. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2005.

Where is Veronica Patterson located?

Veronica Patterson practices at 641 Hospital Rd Suite 4, Commerce, GA 30529. The listed phone number is (706) 335-2777.

What is Veronica Patterson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Veronica Patterson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Veronica Patterson 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 Veronica Patterson accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Veronica Patterson 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 Veronica Patterson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Veronica Patterson is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital, Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center, LLC, Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc, Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and Northside Hospital Gwinnett.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Veronica Patterson was last updated on June 26, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.