Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cara Hammonds, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Rheumatology Physician · Paducah, KY
- NPI 1841401494
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 20.3 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
225 Medical Center Dr, Suite 206
Paducah, KY 420037914
(270) 441-4890
fax (270) 441-4132
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 9, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Kentucky #46612 · Tennessee #635
- Medicaid
- KY #7100130940
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1841401494. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
178
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$21,141
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 135 | 80 | $119 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 23 | 20 | $84 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 20 | 20 | $156 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 59. This provider delivers 3.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$18
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $17.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
972
Patients
146
Total drug cost
$760,028
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 239 | 52 | $12,787 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 191 | 40 | $5,742 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 130 | 34 | $809 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 88 | 20 | $8,208 |
| Enbrel Sureclick (Etanercept) | Brand | 70 | 0 | $515,992 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 34 | 0 | $507 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 29 | 0 | $451 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 29 | 0 | $484 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $208,028 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 28 | 0 | $427 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cara Hammonds's medical specialty?
Dr. Cara Hammonds practices Rheumatology Physician in Paducah, KY.
Where does Dr. Cara Hammonds practice?
Dr. Cara Hammonds practices at 225 Medical Center Dr, Paducah, KY 420037914. Office phone: 2704414890.
What is Dr. Cara Hammonds's NPI?
Dr. Cara Hammonds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841401494, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cara Hammonds accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cara Hammonds accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cara Hammonds commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.