Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michelle Ernest, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner · Nurse Practitioner · Columbus, GA
- NPI 1609218205
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 85.3 / 100 · 2023
- 13 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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6262 Veterans Pkwy
Columbus, GA 319093540
(706) 324-6661 - Additional location
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512 N Shady Ln
Dothan, AL 363032991 - Additional location
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106 Enterprise CT, Suite C
Columbus, GA 319049227
(706) 321-0476
fax (706) 321-2508 - Mailing address
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Po Box 370
Fortson, GA 318080370
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 20, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363L00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Georgia #RN162446 · Alabama #1-111870
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609218205. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
189
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$10,803
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 45 | 41 | $72 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 32 | 29 | $102 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 26 | 15 | $24 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 24 | 24 | $14 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 21 | 21 | $102 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 16 | 15 | $8 | |
28122 |
Partial removal of foot or heel bone | 14 | 14 | $32 | |
28292 |
Correction of bunion | 11 | 11 | $56 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 16 peers in this city , average services per provider: 91. This provider delivers 2.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$870
Transactions
45
Manufacturers
9
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 17 | $224.87 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 3 | $157.93 | |
| Astellas Pharma US Inc | 2 | $155.99 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 13 | $154.26 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 3 | $60.66 | |
| Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. | 3 | $44.38 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 2 | $35.37 | |
| Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc. | 1 | $22.82 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $13.41 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
47
Patients
38
Total drug cost
$349
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 21 | 13 | $125 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 14 | 13 | $85 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 12 | 12 | $139 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michelle Ernest's medical specialty?
Dr. Michelle Ernest practices Nurse Practitioner in Columbus, GA.
Where does Dr. Michelle Ernest practice?
Dr. Michelle Ernest practices at 6262 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 319093540. Office phone: 7063246661.
What is Dr. Michelle Ernest's NPI?
Dr. Michelle Ernest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609218205, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michelle Ernest accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michelle Ernest accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michelle Ernest commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73630). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.