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DR. LAUREN KRISTINE POINDEXTER M.D.
NPI 1982082038
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Sports Medicine in Fayetteville, AR

Active since May 09, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
201 WEST VAN ASCHE DR, FAYETTEVILLE, AR 72703(479) 966-4491 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 3, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 3, 2024, Sep 23, 2021, Aug 5, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Lauren Kristine Poindexter M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LAUREN KRISTINE POINDEXTER M.D. (NPI 1982082038) is an individual sports medicine provider in Fayetteville, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (E-14572) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in New York, and is a graduate of Virginia Tech Carilion School Of Medicine (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982082038
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2081S0010X
Provider Legal NameDR. LAUREN KRISTINE POINDEXTERCredential: M.D.
Location Address201 WEST VAN ASCHE DRFayetteville, AR 72703
Mailing AddressPo Box 8126Fayetteville, AR 72703-0003 · (479) 935-3062
Phone(479) 966-4491
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVirginia Tech Carilion School Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 9, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 3, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 3, 2024
✔ NPI 1982082038 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2081S0010X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AR · E-14572✔ Licensed in NY · 304324
Definition
A physician who specializes in Sports Medicine is responsible for continuous care related to the enhancement of health and fitness as well as the prevention of injury and illness. The specialist possesses knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury from many areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation and injuries. It is the goal of a Sports Medicine specialist to improve the healthcare of the individual engaged in physical exercise.
201 WEST VAN ASCHE DR, Fayetteville, AR 72703
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1555 1st AveNew York, NY 10016-6407 · Phone (212) 263-5506

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Lauren Kristine Poindexter 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 ID4587956719
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210910002719
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Lauren Poindexter reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
0.5 mi
Psychiatry
3425 N FUTRALL DR STE 103
Fayetteville, AR 72703
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1407021280 (Arkansas)
  • 2,038 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1720217599 (479) 713-8350
St Francis House Nwa, Inc
2.4 mi
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
3729 N CROSSOVER RD STE 107
Fayetteville, AR 72703
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1609272640 (Arkansas)
  • 55 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1700650249 (479) 595-8676
University Of Arkansas
3.3 mi
Multi-Specialty
525 N GARLAND AVE
Fayetteville, AR 72701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • 12 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1619908787 (479) 575-6479
Arkansas Childrens Hospital
145 mi
Pediatrics
1 CHILDRENS WAY # 664
Little Rock, AR 72202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • 944 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1598773079 (501) 364-2526

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 5

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.
35 services24 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
20 services13 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
16 services16 patients
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views 72110
An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back and tailbone area. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. At least four different angles or 'views' are taken to get a comprehensive picture.
15 services15 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.
11 services11 patients

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 Lauren Poindexter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Poindexter is 1982082038. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 9, 2015.

Where is Lauren Poindexter located?

Lauren Poindexter practices at 201 West Van Asche Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72703. The listed phone number is (479) 966-4491.

What is Lauren Poindexter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081S0010X.

Is Lauren Poindexter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauren Poindexter 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Lauren Poindexter's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Lauren Poindexter reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences (Fayetteville, AR), St Francis House Nwa, Inc (Fayetteville, AR), University Of Arkansas (Fayetteville, AR) and Arkansas Childrens Hospital (Little Rock, AR). 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 Lauren Poindexter's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Lauren Poindexter accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 5 other insurers list Lauren Poindexter 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 Lauren Poindexter was last updated on September 3, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.