KAREN SAESEE VAUGHN FNP-C
NPI 1982469904
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Hickory, NC

Active since February 19, 2024PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2336 1ST AVE SW, HICKORY, NC 28602(828) 732-5650 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 12, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Karen Saesee Vaughn Fnp-c NPPES

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

KAREN SAESEE VAUGHN FNP-C (NPI 1982469904) is an individual family provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (5019661) and active in the NPI registry since February 2024. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine (2023).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982469904
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameKAREN SAESEE VAUGHNCredential: FNP-C
Location Address2336 1ST AVE SWHickory, NC 28602-2007
Mailing Address2336 1st Ave SwHickory, NC 28602-2007 · (828) 732-5650
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated 2023
Enumeration DateFebruary 19, 2024
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 12, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMarch 12, 2024
NPI 1982469904 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in NC · 5019661
2336 1ST AVE SW, Hickory, NC 28602

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

Karen Saesee Vaughn Fnp-c 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 ID2062858780
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240315001656
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 2

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.
38 services25 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.
18 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Catawba Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340143
Location810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

Physician Assistant
2336 1ST AVE SW
HICKORY, NC 28602
Family Medicine
2336 1ST AVE SW
HICKORY, NC 28602
Legal Medicine
2336 1ST AVE SW
HICKORY, NC 28602
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2336 1ST AVE SW
HICKORY, NC 28602
Family Medicine
2336 1ST AVE SW
LONG VIEW, NC 28602
Family Medicine
2336 1ST AVE SW
HICKORY, NC 28602

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 Karen Vaughn's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Vaughn is 1982469904. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 19, 2024.

Where is Karen Vaughn located?

Karen Vaughn practices at 2336 1st Ave SW, Hickory, NC 28602. The listed phone number is (828) 732-5650.

What is Karen Vaughn's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Karen Vaughn enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Vaughn 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 Karen Vaughn accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Karen Vaughn 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 Karen Vaughn affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Vaughn is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Vaughn was last updated on March 12, 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.