Physician Profile
Laura M. Faruque, MD
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Faruque
Based in Hickory, NC, Laura M. Faruque, MD is listed in the NPI registry under obstetrics & gynecology. Medicare claims data shows Laura provided 293 services to 284 patients. The services billed most often include screening mammography, screening 3d breast mammography, and cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination.
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Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (828) 345-0800
- Email not available
Practice Locations
915 TATE BLVD SE SUITE 170
Hickory, NC 28602
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Obstetrics and Gynecology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Pelvic pain and benign gynecology
- Uterine fibroids
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Ovarian cysts
- Painful intercourse
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Urinary incontinence in women
Most searched conditions
- Endometriosis
- Heavy periods
- Menopause
- PCOS
- Pregnancy
- Yeast infection
Infections and vulvovaginal conditions
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Genital herpes
- Genital warts
- Vulvodynia
Menstrual and hormonal
- Absent periods
- Genitourinary syndrome of menopause
- Painful periods
- Perimenopause
- Premenstrual syndrome
Pregnancy
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Hyperemesis gravidarum
- Miscarriage
- Placenta previa
- Postpartum depression
- Preeclampsia
- Preterm labor
Cancer and precancer
- Abnormal cervical cells and cervical dysplasia
- Cervical cancer
- Endometrial cancer
- Endometrial hyperplasia
- Ovarian cancer
Contraception
- Birth Control Side Effects
Fertility
- Infertility
- Recurrent Miscarriages
Infections
- Chlamydia
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Pregnancy Complications
- High-risk pregnancy
- Twins or triplets
Vaginal & Vulvar Health
- Abnormal vaginal discharge
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- C-section
- Hysterectomy
- IUD insertion
- Pap smear
- Ultrasound
Contraception and office treatment
- Contraceptive implant insertion and removal
- Diaphragm fitting
- Pessary fitting and management
Pregnancy and delivery
- External cephalic version
- Forceps- or vacuum-assisted delivery
- Prenatal care
- Vaginal childbirth
Preventive and diagnostic
- Colposcopy
- Endometrial biopsy
- Human papillomavirus testing
Birth Control
- IUD Removal
Contraception
- Birth control counseling
Diagnostic Procedures
- Amniocentesis
Fertility
- Egg freezing
- Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Hormone & Menopause
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Consultation
Laparoscopic and adnexal surgery
- Gynecologic laparoscopy
- Ovarian cyst removal
- Ovary removal
Pelvic floor
- Pelvic organ prolapse surgery
- Sling surgery for stress incontinence
Postpartum Care
- Postpartum Checkup
Pregnancy & Prenatal
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- Prenatal genetic screening
Preventive Care
- Well-woman exam
Preventive Screening
- STI Screening Panel
Routine Exams
- Pelvic exam
Surgeries
- Endometriosis Excision Surgery
- Labia Reduction
- Tubal Ligation ("Tubes Tied")
Uterine and cervical procedures
- Cervical cone biopsy
- Dilation and curettage
- Endometrial ablation
- Hysteroscopy
- LEEP
- Myomectomy
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
293 services · 284 patients · 6 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screening mammography | Imaging | 77067 |
75 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Screening 3d breast mammography | Imaging | 77063 |
75 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine | Imaging | 77080 |
22 | As often as other peers in OB-GYN |
| Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination | Billing code | G0101 |
74 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99213 |
31 | As often as other peers in OB-GYN |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | Office visit | 99214 |
16 | Less often than most peers in OB-GYN |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other OB-GYNs at this location 4
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other OB-GYNs in Hickory 7
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 8 related providers in 1 group
Also performs Screening mammography 8
Providers in NC who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Dr. Faruque specialize in?
Dr. Faruque is an OB-GYN in Hickory, NC. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Obstetrics & Gynecology”.
NPI registry
Where is Dr. Faruque located?
Dr. Faruque is listed at 915 Tate Blvd Se Suite 170, Hickory, NC 28602. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Faruque's phone number?
The number on file is (828) 345-0800. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Faruque?
Dr. Faruque's National Provider Identifier is 1902892045. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
How much experience does Dr. Faruque have?
Dr. Faruque has 21+ years experience. Registered with an NPI since 2005. National Provider Identifiers only began in 2005, so a provider who qualified earlier may have practiced for longer than this.
NPI registry
What does Dr. Faruque do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Faruque performs imaging including screening mammography and screening 3d breast mammography, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Dr. Faruque's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Faruque. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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Provider data sourced from the NPPES NPI Registry and CMS public datasets. Information is provided for reference and is not medical advice.