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LOREN B BETTERIDGE MD
NPI 1023015211
Family Medicine in Tacoma, WA

Active since July 01, 2005PECOS Enrolled
3733 S THOMPSON AVE, TACOMA, WA 98418(253) 472-4473(253) 474-3056 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 3, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Loren B Betteridge Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

LOREN B BETTERIDGE MD (NPI 1023015211) is an individual family medicine provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (28116) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023015211
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameLOREN B BETTERIDGECredential: MD
Location Address3733 S THOMPSON AVETacoma, WA 98418-5013
Mailing Address3733 S Thompson AveTacoma, WA 98418-5013 · (253) 472-4473 · Fax (253) 474-3056
Phone(253) 472-4473
Fax(253) 474-3056
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 1, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 3, 2007
✔ NPI 1023015211 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in WA · 28116
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedFamily Medicine · Sports MedicineTaxonomy 207QS0010X · License 28116 (WA)
3733 S THOMPSON AVE, Tacoma, WA 98418
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINE98305WA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified001060103WA
Medicaid1065390WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Loren B Betteridge Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 3

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.
351 services130 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
28 services21 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.
22 services21 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98418 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
$88.29 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $22.07 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers22 claims68 services$4.84 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy deodorant, with or without lubricant, for use in ostomy pouch, per fluid ounce A4394
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
2 suppliers11 claims100 services$2.51 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers13 claims13 services$35.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers12 claims12 services$51.85 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers12 claims68 services$1.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers19 claims19 services$32.62 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 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MARSE L MCNAUGHTON MD
Family Medicine
3733 S THOMPSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98418
Pierce County (253) 472-4473
BETTERIDGE & MCNAUGHTON PS INC
Family Medicine
3733 S THOMPSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98418
Pierce County (253) 472-4473

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 Loren Betteridge's NPI number?

The NPI number for Loren Betteridge is 1023015211. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 1, 2005.

Where is Loren Betteridge located?

Loren Betteridge practices at 3733 S Thompson Ave, Tacoma, WA 98418. The listed phone number is (253) 472-4473.

What is Loren Betteridge's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Loren Betteridge enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Loren Betteridge is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Loren Betteridge accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Loren Betteridge as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Loren Betteridge was last updated on August 3, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 years 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.