Quick answers
- Does Vuanita M. Hinkle accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says Vuanita M. Hinkle may accept Medicare assignment (as of October 2, 2026). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Vuanita M. Hinkle see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 11 Original Medicare patients and 11 services for Vuanita M. Hinkle. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Vuanita M. Hinkle's NPI number?
- 1134588452. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Vuanita M. Hinkle, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 11 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 11 |
| Different services or procedures | 1 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 51 |
Most frequent services
- Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation (90791)11 services
Practice locations
Addresses where Vuanita M. Hinkle is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026). The first 5 of 6; the Medicare profile lists all.
- 1857 Rice StWaldron, AR 72958 (479) 637‑2468
- 3109 S 70th StFort Smith, AR 72903 (479) 452‑9490
- 3111 S 70th StFort Smith, AR 72903 (479) 452‑6650
- 3113 S 70th StFort Smith, AR 72903 (479) 478‑6664
- 3117 S 70th St, The Guidance Center Primary CareFort Smith, AR 72903 (479) 785‑9400
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Vuanita M. Hinkle as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center, Inc55 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Mental Health Counselorprimary
Other mental health counselors in Waldron
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Waldron, AR — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center, Inc
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Graduation year | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Gender (as listed) | Female |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| Telehealth | Offers telehealth services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1134588452 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians