Paula Sparkman, FNP
NPI 1952396426 · Family Nurse Practitioner · Maryville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paula Sparkman, FNP is a Family Nurse Practitioner provider in Maryville, TN (NPI 1952396426).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952396426
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- FNP
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- RN106279 (TN)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,944 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 1,057 | $2 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 1,033 | $9 |
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 910 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 221 | $70 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 220 | $11 |
| Professional Service for Single Injection of Allergen95115 | 203 | $8 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azelastine Hcl | 151 | 65 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 144 | 71 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 116 | 40 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 110 | 43 |
| Omeprazole | 77 | 24 |
| Famotidine | 64 | 20 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 44 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,620 across 106 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-12
- Last updated
- 2024-09-30
- Certified
- 2024-09-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paula Sparkman's NPI number?
- Paula Sparkman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952396426, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paula Sparkman's specialty?
- Paula Sparkman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Paula Sparkman located?
- Paula Sparkman's practice location on file with NPPES is 616 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37801-3904.
- What is Paula Sparkman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paula Sparkman is (865) 273-0008.
- Does Paula Sparkman accept Medicare?
- Paula Sparkman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paula Sparkman's NPI active?
- Yes — Paula Sparkman's NPI (1952396426) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.