Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carol Hughes, DNP APRN FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Family Nurse Practitioner · Family Nurse Practitioner · Des Arc, AR
- NPI 1326571159
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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1503 Main St
Des Arc, AR 720403299
(870) 256-4178
fax (870) 256-4085 - Additional location
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S235 School of Nursing
Columbia, MO 652110001
(573) 882-0277 - Additional location
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1500 Museum RD
Conway, AR 720324785
(501) 932-9010
fax (501) 932-0020 - Mailing address
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Po Box 497
Augusta, AR 720060497
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 23, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Arkansas #A005079 · Missouri #2017001676 · Arkansas #10204908
- Medicaid
- AR #220598758
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1326571159. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
85
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$1,772
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
87428 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza | 32 | 30 | $49 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 30 | 24 | $2 | |
82044 |
Urine microalbumin (protein) analysis | 23 | 23 | $6 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Des Arc Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 28. This provider delivers 3.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$81
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organon LLC | 1 | $57.16 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $24.21 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,876
Patients
583
Total drug cost
$28,087
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 245 | 71 | $2,995 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 166 | 72 | $4,660 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 146 | 44 | $2,326 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 142 | 46 | $2,513 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 135 | 43 | $978 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 132 | 36 | $2,263 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 129 | 36 | $1,848 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 126 | 38 | $2,667 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 109 | 24 | $1,060 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 108 | 45 | $1,025 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carol Hughes's medical specialty?
Dr. Carol Hughes practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Des Arc, AR.
Where does Dr. Carol Hughes practice?
Dr. Carol Hughes practices at 1503 Main St, Des Arc, AR 720403299. Office phone: 8702564178.
What is Dr. Carol Hughes's NPI?
Dr. Carol Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326571159, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carol Hughes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carol Hughes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carol Hughes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza (HCPCS 87428); Automated urinalysis test (HCPCS 81003); Urine microalbumin (protein) analysis (HCPCS 82044). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.