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LAURA FERRIS
NPI 1043283229
Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since February 09, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
3601 5TH AVE, SUITE 5A FALK MEDICAL BUILDING, PITTSBURGH, PA 15213(412) 648-3263 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 25, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Laura Ferris NPPES

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

LAURA FERRIS (NPI 1043283229) is an individual specialist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD426643) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unc Hospitals, and is a graduate of University Of Maryland School Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043283229
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy174400000X
Provider Legal NameLAURA FERRIS
Location Address3601 5TH AVE, SUITE 5A FALK MEDICAL BUILDINGPittsburgh, PA 15213-3403
Mailing Address3601 5th Ave, Suite 5a Falk Medical BuildingPittsburgh, PA 15213-3403
Phone(412) 648-3263
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateFebruary 9, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 25, 2021
✔ NPI 1043283229 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers
Taxonomy Code174400000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD426643
Definition
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
3601 5TH AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, UnitedHealthcare.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Laura Ferris 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 ID1951338250
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241115003022
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 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 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.
84 services75 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
74 services22 patients
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.
62 services56 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
43 services41 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
32 services31 patients
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.
23 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Unc Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Chapel Hill, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number340061
Location101 Manning DriveChapel Hill, NC 27514 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

77.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.61
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.4

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.

CHRISTINE PEOPLES
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
3601 5TH AVE, SUITE 3B FALK MEDICAL BUILDING
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-6700
RIMA ABDEL MASSIH
Internal Medicine
3601 5TH AVE, SUITE 3A
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 648-6273
NOEL PREVOST
Physician Assistant
3601 5TH AVE, SUITE 5A FALK MEDICAL BUILDING
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 648-3263
MELODY IVES CRNP
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
3601 5TH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 383-8700
PETER VELDKAMP
Specialist
3601 5TH AVE, 610 FALK MEDICAL BUILDING
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-5399
DR. BRIAN A. POTOSKI PHARM.D.
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
3601 5TH AVE, FALK MEDICAL BLDG., SUITE 3A
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 648-6401
MS. LAURA ELIZABETH HARNISH RDN
Dietitian, Registered
3601 5TH AVE, STE 1-B, ROOM 145-B
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 692-4497
ANDREA KECK
Pharmacist
3601 5TH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 648-3000

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 Laura Ferris's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Ferris is 1043283229. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 9, 2006.

Where is Laura Ferris located?

Laura Ferris practices at 3601 5th Ave Suite 5A Falk Medical Building, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. The listed phone number is (412) 648-3263.

What is Laura Ferris's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Is Laura Ferris enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Ferris 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.

What insurance does Laura Ferris accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Laura Ferris 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 Laura Ferris affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Ferris is affiliated with Unc Hospitals.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Ferris was last updated on March 25, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.