MICHAELA STRAZNICKA M.D.
NPI 1003858283
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Walnut Creek, CA
Active since June 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.36/100
CMS Quality Rating
2637 SHADELANDS DR, WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598(925) 932-6330(925) 932-0139 Get Directions Write a Review
About Michaela Straznicka M.d. NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
MICHAELA STRAZNICKA M.D. (NPI 1003858283) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Walnut Creek, California, licensed in California (A72635) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Walnut Creek, and is a graduate of University Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of Medicine (1994).
NPPES Registry Identity
NPI1003858283
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAELA STRAZNICKACredential: M.D.
Location Address2637 SHADELANDS DRWalnut Creek, CA 94598-2512
Mailing Address2637 Shadelands DrWalnut Creek, CA 94598-2512 · (925) 932-6330 · Fax (925) 932-0139
Phone(925) 932-6330
Fax(925) 932-0139
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 26, 2025
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 26, 2025
✔ NPI 1003858283 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.
Specialties & Licenses
★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A72635
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
2637 SHADELANDS DR, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Secondary Practice Location 1
Location 1365 Lennon Ln, suite 250Walnut Creek, CA 94598-5910 · Phone (925) 932-6330 · Fax (925) 932-0139
Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS
Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.
Medicare Enrollment Status
✔
Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment
Michaela Straznicka M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.
PECOS PAC ID143128850
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031219000356
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.
Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10
Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
125 services96 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
95 services95 patients
Computer-assisted image-guided navigation of lung airways using an endoscope 31627
This procedure involves the use of a special camera, called an endoscope, and computer technology to create real-time images of your lung airways. This helps doctors navigate through your lungs accurately, aiding in diagnosis or treatment.
35 services34 patients
Removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope 32674
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to access and remove lymph nodes in the chest cavity. It's a minimally invasive method, which can help in diagnosing or treating certain conditions.
21 services20 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
20 services20 patients
Biopsy of lobe of lung using an endoscope, 1 lobe 31628
A lung biopsy is a procedure where a small piece of lung tissue is taken for testing. An endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, is used. It's inserted through the mouth or nose, down the windpipe, and into one lobe of the lung.
18 services17 patients
Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area
Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94598 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.
New Patient
$202.35 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $50.58 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$84.91 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.
Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS
Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.
80.36/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practiceQuality
72.85
Improvement Activities
40
Cost
55.1
Reported Quality Measures
Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
58%72 patients3/55-star benchmark: 92%
Cervical Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…
26%27 patients
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
43%157 patients3/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
93%28 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
91%734 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
91%23 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
43%207 patients2/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
18%22 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%572 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
98%370 patients5/55-star benchmark: 97%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
64%209 patients3/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
64%327 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
45%295 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
28%254 patients2/55-star benchmark: 96%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 91% · 139 patients
98%139 patients
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
98%370 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
46%370 patients3/55-star benchmark: 89%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 2% · 209 patients
20%209 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
59%370 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.
Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2
Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier22 claims23 services$15.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier22 claims23 services$69.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.
Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20
Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2637 SHADELANDS DR
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Clinic/Center (Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI))
2637 SHADELANDS DR
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
2637 SHADELANDS DR
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS
Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.
What is Michaela Straznicka's NPI number?
The NPI number for Michaela Straznicka is 1003858283. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2006.
Where is Michaela Straznicka located?
Michaela Straznicka practices at 2637 Shadelands Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598. The listed phone number is (925) 932-6330.
What is Michaela Straznicka's specialty?
The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.
Is Michaela Straznicka enrolled in Medicare?
Yes. Michaela Straznicka is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.
When was this NPI record last updated?
The NPPES record for Michaela Straznicka was last updated on February 26, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.
# Michaela Straznicka, M.D. · NPI 1003858283
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) physician in Walnut Creek, California. Individual provider, active in the CMS NPPES registry since June 12, 2006.
## Identity
- **NPI:** 1003858283 (Entity type: Individual)
- **Enumerated:** June 12, 2006
- **Primary specialty:** Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) · taxonomy 208G00000X
- **State license:** A72635 (California)
- **Sole proprietor:** Yes
## Practice location
- **Address:** 2637 SHADELANDS DR, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2512
- **Phone:** (925) 932-6330 · **Fax:** (925) 932-0139
## Medicare
- **Medicare:** Enrolled (PECOS); accepts Medicare assignment
- **Ordering & referring:** eligible for Part B labs & imaging, durable medical equipment, home health, power mobility devices
- **Medical school:** University Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of Medicine, class of 1994
## Record status
- **NPPES last updated:** February 26, 2025
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