Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Crystal Sims, APRN-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Nurse Practitioner · Athens, GA
- NPI 1780707166
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1086 A Baxter Street
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 353-0606
fax (706) 353-0798 - Mailing address
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3660 Howell Ferry RD Bldg B
Duluth, GA 300963178
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 4, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #RN145684
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780707166. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,367
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$160,037
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 829 | 187 | $106 | |
99350 |
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 231 | 119 | $155 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 87 | 86 | $69 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 76 | 76 | $107 | |
99345 |
Residence visit for new patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 35 | 35 | $167 | |
99495 |
Transitional care management services for problem of at least moderate complexity | 33 | 29 | $166 | |
99496 |
Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity | 32 | 28 | $225 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 29 | 26 | $64 | |
99344 |
Residence visit for new patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 15 | 15 | $120 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 23 peers in this city , average services per provider: 92. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$27
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Healthcare | 1 | $26.66 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,167
Patients
694
Total drug cost
$210,115
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 434 | 63 | $6,095 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 416 | 59 | $5,272 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 345 | 57 | $4,986 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 330 | 54 | $6,236 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 320 | 61 | $3,408 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 298 | 52 | $17,862 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 260 | 46 | $137,731 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 239 | 41 | $2,691 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 238 | 36 | $4,249 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 232 | 42 | $1,972 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Crystal Sims's medical specialty?
Dr. Crystal Sims practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Athens, GA.
Where does Dr. Crystal Sims practice?
Dr. Crystal Sims practices at 1086 A Baxter Street, Athens, GA 30606. Office phone: 7063530606.
What is Dr. Crystal Sims's NPI?
Dr. Crystal Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780707166, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Crystal Sims accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Crystal Sims accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Crystal Sims commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99349); Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99350); Advance care planning (HCPCS 99497). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.