Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Valerie Folkens, CNP
Nurse Practitioner · Sioux Falls, SD
- NPI 1689953879
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1210 W 18Th St, Ste 101
Sioux Falls, SD 571044647
(605) 328-8130 - Mailing address
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Po Box 5074
Sioux Falls, SD 571175074
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Dakota #CP000651
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689953879. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,589
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$56,958
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 290 | 166 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 226 | 105 | $107 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 125 | 87 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 96 | 64 | $75 | |
80048 |
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) | 89 | 67 | $8 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 72 | 49 | $10 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 65 | 56 | $10 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 62 | 27 | $20 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 56 | 53 | $13 | |
85610 |
Blood test, clotting time | 55 | 15 | $4 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 57 peers in Sioux Falls Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 79. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,262
Patients
315
Total drug cost
$14,730
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 193 | 51 | $1,844 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 143 | 37 | $1,059 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 140 | 34 | $1,274 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 126 | 24 | $2,785 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 110 | 29 | $1,005 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 98 | 28 | $1,160 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 66 | 19 | $1,315 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 59 | 22 | $987 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 54 | 15 | $321 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 51 | 16 | $868 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Valerie Folkens's medical specialty?
Dr. Valerie Folkens practices Nurse Practitioner in Sioux Falls, SD.
Where does Dr. Valerie Folkens practice?
Dr. Valerie Folkens practices at 1210 W 18Th St, Sioux Falls, SD 571044647. Office phone: 6053288130.
What is Dr. Valerie Folkens's NPI?
Dr. Valerie Folkens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689953879, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Valerie Folkens accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Valerie Folkens accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Valerie Folkens commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count (HCPCS 85025). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.