SONYA K HICKS NP
NPI 1427571389
Nurse Practitioner - Gerontology in Cullman, AL

NPI Status: Active since July 24, 2017

Contact Information

1705 MAIN AVE SW STE B
CULLMAN, AL
ZIP 35055
Phone: (256) 739-0455
Fax: (256) 739-2706

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 9
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Gerontology
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About SONYA HICKS

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Sonya Hicks, a provider established in Cullman, Alabama with a medical specialization in Nurse Practitioner, focusing in gerontology and more than 9 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1427571389 assigned on July 2017. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363LG0600X with license number 2017003746 (AL). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 3 years ago.

NPI
1427571389
Provider Name
SONYA K HICKS NP
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
1705 MAIN AVE SW STE B CULLMAN, AL 35055
Location Phone
(256) 739-0455
Location Fax
(256) 739-2706
Mailing Address
1705 MAIN AVE SW STE B CULLMAN, AL 35055
Mailing Phone
(256) 739-0455
Mailing Fax
(256) 739-2706
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
2017
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
07-24-2017
Last Update Date
07-21-2022
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A nurse practitioner (NP) like Sonya Hicks is an experienced registered nurse with a master’s or doctoral degree and advanced clinical training. Nurse practitioners can work in many different specialties including primary care, pediatrics, cardiology, emergency, women’s health, oncology or geriatrics. Nurse practitioners provide services like physical exams, order laboratory tests, manage diseases, write prescriptions, etc.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Nurse Practitioner Gerontology

Taxonomy Code
363LG0600X
Type
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
License No.
2017003746
License State
AL

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Sonya Hicks is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Sonya Hicks is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 9638437049

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20171212002536

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms (HCPCS:E0163)

    2 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

  • DME-Hospital Beds (DB000N)

    Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress (HCPCS:E0260)

    1 DME suppliers used 94 Medicare Claims 94 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)

    Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)

    1 DME suppliers used 35 Medicare Claims 35 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) (HCPCS:E0630)

    1 DME suppliers used 26 Medicare Claims 26 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

    1 DME suppliers used 35 Medicare Claims 35 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

    Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

    3 DME suppliers used 247 Medicare Claims 247 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

    Lightweight wheelchair (HCPCS:K0003)

    1 DME suppliers used 64 Medicare Claims 64 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 10 minutes

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.

This service was performed 19 times for 13 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 166 times for 98 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 62 times for 57 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 714 times for 224 patients

Nursing facility discharge day management, 30 minutes or less

Nursing facility discharge day management involves organizing your transition from the nursing facility to your home or another facility. This service, taking 30 minutes or less, includes finalizing medical instructions, arranging follow-up care, and answering any questions.

This service was performed 16 times for 16 patients

Nursing facility discharge day management, 30 minutes or less

Nursing facility discharge day management involves organizing your transition from the nursing facility to your home or another facility. This service, taking 30 minutes or less, includes finalizing medical instructions, arranging follow-up care, and answering any questions.

This service was performed 49 times for 48 patients

Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes

Nursing facility discharge management over 30 minutes is a comprehensive process where a healthcare team prepares you for leaving the facility. It involves creating a tailored plan, coordinating care, and ensuring a smooth transition to your next care setting.

This service was performed 25 times for 24 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $20.47 for a new patient copayment and $23.43 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 35055 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $81.9
  • Minimum New Patient Price $52.65
  • Maximum New Patient Price $161.63
  • Average New Patient Copayment $20.47
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.16
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.4

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $93.72
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $16.56
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $131.65
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $23.43
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.14
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $32.91

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation


The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.

Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation.
1427571389
Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit.
24471072316
Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24.
2 + 4 + 4 + 7 + 1 + 0 + 7 + 2 + 3 + 1 + 6 + 24 = 61
Step 3: Subtract the total obtained in step 2 from the next higher number ending in zero, the result is the check digit.
70 - 61 = 99

The NPI number 1427571389 is valid because the calculated check digit 9 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 3 providers are registered at the same or nearby location.

NPI Name / Type Taxonomy Address
1265158257HOMETOWN MEDICAL GROUP
Organization
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)1705 MAIN AVE SW STE B
CULLMAN, AL 35055
(256) 996-6480
1598291254 WILLIAM RANDALL TURNER JR. MD
Individual
Family Medicine1705 MAIN AVE SW STE B
CULLMAN, AL 35055
(256) 965-0340
1740918606MRS. LEIGHA WEAVER LENTINI CRNP
Individual
Nurse Practitioner (Family)1705 MAIN AVE SW STE B
CULLMAN, AL 35055
(256) 965-0340

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1427571389, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on July 24, 2017

The provider is located at 1705 Main Ave Sw Ste B Cullman, Al 35055 and the phone number is (256) 739-0455

The provider's speciality is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363LG0600X with a focus in Gerontology

The provider has more than 9 years of experience.

Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary the provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

Medicare beneficiaries should expect a typical cost of $81.9 with an average copayment of $20.47 for new patient appointments. Established patients should expect a typical charge of $93.72 and an average copayment of 23.43. Please review your insurance plan or contact the provider directly to determine your specific costs.

The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 10 minutes, Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes, Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes, Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes, Nursing facility discharge day management, 30 minutes or less, Nursing facility discharge day management, 30 minutes or less and Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes.

This NPI record was last updated on July 24, 2017. To officially update your NPI information contact the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) at 1-800-465-3203 (NPI Toll-Free) or by email at [email protected].
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