Laura Ernst, PA
NPI 1407043789 · Surgical Physician Assistant · Lexington, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laura Ernst, PA is a Surgical Physician Assistant provider in Lexington, SC (NPI 1407043789).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407043789
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgical Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1250 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,000 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 218 | $72 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 169 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 149 | $99 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 119 | $10 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 86 | $8 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 59 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 140 | 63 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 101 | 38 |
| Finasteride | 73 | 26 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | 68 | 19 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 61 | 56 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 38 | 16 |
| Estradiol | 36 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$769 across 50 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 100 English Oak RdSimpsonville, SC 29681-5103Phone: (864) 216-4897Fax: (864) 216-4898
- 222 E Medical Ln Ste 101West Columbia, SC 29169-4850Phone: (803) 739-3660
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-10-01
- Last updated
- 2026-02-12
- Certified
- 2026-02-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laura Ernst's NPI number?
- Laura Ernst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407043789, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laura Ernst's specialty?
- Laura Ernst is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgical Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Laura Ernst located?
- Laura Ernst's practice location on file with NPPES is 104 Saluda Pointe Dr, Lexington, SC 29072-7295.
- What is Laura Ernst's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laura Ernst is (803) 296-7846.
- Does Laura Ernst accept Medicare?
- Laura Ernst is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laura Ernst's NPI active?
- Yes — Laura Ernst's NPI (1407043789) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.