PETRA ELKE TOWNSEND MD
NPI 1033348073
Family Medicine in Gainesville, FL

Q: What is Petra Townsend's NPI number?

The NPI number for Petra Townsend is 1033348073. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 13, 2009.

Q: What is Petra Townsend's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Petra Townsend was last updated on September 30, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.

Active since July 13, 2009PECOS Enrolled

78.18/100

CMS Quality Rating

1600 SW ARCHER RD, GAINESVILLE, FL 32610(352) 273-5159(352) 273-5213 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 30, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Petra Elke Townsend Md NPPES

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

PETRA ELKE TOWNSEND MD (NPI 1033348073) is an individual family medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME104442) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033348073

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NamePETRA ELKE TOWNSENDCredential: MD

Location Address1600 SW ARCHER RDGainesville, FL 32610-3003

Mailing AddressPo Box 918025Orlando, FL 32891-8025 · (352) 273-5159 · Fax (352) 273-5213

Phone(352) 273-5159

Fax(352) 273-5213

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2007

Enumeration DateJuly 13, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 30, 2019

✔ NPI 1033348073 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 FL · ME104442

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 ListedPreventive Medicine · Undersea and Hyperbaric MedicineTaxonomy 2083P0011X · License ME104542 (FL)

1600 SW ARCHER RD, Gainesville, FL 32610

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Petra Elke Townsend Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8426180894

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100720001027

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Petra Townsend reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Florida Clinical Practice Association Inc

Same address

Surgery

1600 SW ARCHER RD
Gainesville, FL 32610

Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
3,324 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1063463768 (352) 265-7922

Nautilus Health Care Group LLC

146 mi

Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine

250 N WICKHAM RD
Melbourne, FL 32935

Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
123 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1912013558 (321) 676-2012

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

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.

450 services219 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

199 services123 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

63 services63 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

54 services53 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.

40 services32 patients

Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662

The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.

39 services38 patients

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.

33 services27 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

32 services12 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.

23 services20 patients

Blood test, clotting time 85610

A clotting time blood test helps determine how quickly your blood forms clots, a process crucial to stop bleeding. During the test, a small blood sample is taken from your arm. The sample is then analyzed in a lab to see how long it takes for a clot to form.

18 services11 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

16 services13 patients

Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 20 valent (pcv20), for intramuscular use 90677

The Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV20) is a shot given to protect against 20 types of bacteria that can cause serious infections like pneumonia and meningitis. It's administered through a muscle, usually in the arm. It's important for overall health.

14 services14 patients

Administration of pneumococcal vaccine G0009

The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against pneumococcal bacteria, which can cause severe infections like pneumonia and meningitis. The vaccine is given as an injection, typically in the arm. It's recommended for infants, older adults, and those with certain health conditions.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Uf Health Shands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gainesville, FL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100113

Location1600 SW Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610 · Alachua County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lake Butler Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Lake Butler, FL

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number101303

Location850 E Main StLake Butler, FL 32054 · Union County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32610 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

$87.62 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$99.16 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

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.

78.18/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

72.54

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

54.74

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

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

Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

3 suppliers14 claims28 services$9.37 avg. paid by Medicare

Nonpowered advanced pressure reducing overlay for mattress, standard mattress length and width E0371

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$150.92 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with invasive interface, (e.g., tracheostomy tube) E0465

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$906.26 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$4.26 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 supplier11 claims11 services$91.45 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$34.06 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.

DR. BAHAREH EBADIFAR KEITH DO

Pediatrics

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-0462

AFRASYAB KHAN

Surgery

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 265-0680

GULSUN ERDAG MD

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 265-9900

DR. ALBERT H. MATTIA D.D.S.

Dentist (Prosthodontics)

1600 SW ARCHER RD, D4-4
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-5801

JOANNA CHAFFIN

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 627-9272

DR. CASEY JUSTIN BEAL MD

Ophthalmology

1600 SW ARCHER RD, BOX 100284
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-8778

WILLIAM CRAIG HICKS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-6438

HENRY FONTILLAS PATALINGHUG CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-6438

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 Petra Townsend's NPI number?

The NPI number for Petra Townsend is 1033348073. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 13, 2009.

Where is Petra Townsend located?

Petra Townsend practices at 1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610. The listed phone number is (352) 273-5159.

What is Petra Townsend's specialty?

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

Is Petra Townsend enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Petra Townsend is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Petra Townsend's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Petra Townsend reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Florida Clinical Practice Association Inc (Gainesville, FL) and Nautilus Health Care Group LLC (Melbourne, FL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Petra Townsend's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Petra Townsend accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 2 other insurers list Petra Townsend 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.

Is Petra Townsend affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Petra Townsend is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital and Lake Butler Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Petra Townsend was last updated on September 30, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.