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DR. DENNIS WAYNE ADAMS JR. M.D.
NPI 1053726182
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Stanford, CA

Active since June 27, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
300 PASTEUR DR # H2110, STANFORD, CA 94305(650) 723-7211 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 18, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 18, 2020, Dec 18, 2018, Jan 13, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Dennis Wayne Adams Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DENNIS WAYNE ADAMS JR. M.D. (NPI 1053726182) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Stanford, California, licensed in California (A140041) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Loyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053726182
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. DENNIS WAYNE ADAMS JR.Credential: M.D.
Location Address300 PASTEUR DR # H2110Stanford, CA 94305-2200
Mailing Address300 Pasteur Dr # L235Stanford, CA 94305-2200
Phone(650) 723-7211
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 18, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 18, 2020
✔ NPI 1053726182 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A140041
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
300 PASTEUR DR # H2110, Stanford, CA 94305
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Dennis Wayne Adams Jr. 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 ID7416379565
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200619000094
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Dennis Adams reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

County Of Santa Clara
2.0 mi
Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center)
231 GRANT AVENUE
Palo Alto, CA 94306
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1588721500 (California), NPI 1629301346 (California)
  • 2,460 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1144330614 (650) 321-5545

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 11

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
225 services120 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
101 services23 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
51 services40 patients
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique 88112
Cell examination of a specimen using selective cellular enhancement technique is a lab process that improves the visibility of certain cells in a sample. It helps in identifying abnormalities or diseases. The process is non-invasive, safe, and aids in accurate diagnosis.
32 services25 patients
Cell examination of specimen, concentration technique 88108
Cell examination of a specimen using a concentration technique is a lab process that enhances the detection of cells in a sample. This method helps to focus on key areas of the sample, making it easier to spot abnormalities or changes. It's a crucial part of diagnosing and monitoring certain health conditions.
31 services27 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
29 services21 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94305 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
$156.67 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $39.16 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$121.77 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $30.44 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
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.

80.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality67.43
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost46.5

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 Dennis Adams's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dennis Adams is 1053726182. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2014.

Where is Dennis Adams located?

Dennis Adams practices at 300 Pasteur Dr # H2110, Stanford, CA 94305. The listed phone number is (650) 723-7211.

What is Dennis Adams's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Dennis Adams enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dennis Adams 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Dennis Adams's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Dennis Adams reassigns Medicare benefits to County Of Santa Clara (Palo Alto, CA). The 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 Dennis Adams's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dennis Adams was last updated on March 18, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.