Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paula Welch, NP
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Providence, RI
- NPI 1295928166
- Accepts Medicare
- 20 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
825 Chalkstone Ave
Providence, RI 029084728
(401) 456-2000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 9, 2009
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Rhode Island #NPP37426
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1295928166. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
326
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$34,332
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 88 | 42 | $92 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 86 | 81 | $156 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 67 | 35 | $64 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 33 | 13 | $92 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 32 | 19 | $132 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 20 | 17 | $65 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 34 peers in this city , average services per provider: 67. This provider delivers 4.9× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paula Welch's medical specialty?
Dr. Paula Welch practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Providence, RI.
Where does Dr. Paula Welch practice?
Dr. Paula Welch practices at 825 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 029084728. Office phone: 4014562000.
What is Dr. Paula Welch's NPI?
Dr. Paula Welch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295928166, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paula Welch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paula Welch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paula Welch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306); Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.