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CARA BUCHANAN MD
NPI 1053974089
Emergency Medicine in Los Angeles, CA

Active since April 16, 2019PECOS Enrolled
1200 N. STATE STREET, GNH 1011, LOS ANGELES, CA 90033(323) 409-7053 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 22, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Cara Buchanan Md NPPES

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

CARA BUCHANAN MD (NPI 1053974089) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (A178309) and active in the NPI registry since April 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053974089
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameCARA BUCHANANCredential: MD
Location Address1200 N. STATE STREET, GNH 1011Los Angeles, CA 90033
Mailing Address1917 Realeza CtLas Vegas, NV 89102-2062 · (702) 373-3111
Phone(323) 409-7053
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateApril 16, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateJune 22, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJune 22, 2022
✔ NPI 1053974089 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A178309
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
1200 N. STATE STREET, Los Angeles, CA 90033
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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)

Cara Buchanan 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 5

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
174 services173 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
40 services40 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
20 services20 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
13 services13 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90033 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

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

DR. TRACEY CROTHERS DIDINGER M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
1200 N. STATE STREET, GNH 3900
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 226-7346
MARGARET CRYSTAL NURIMBA
Otolaryngology
1200 N. STATE STREET, CLINIC TOWER, SUITE A2E
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 442-4830
DR. FREDERICK TAYLOR LYNCH MD
Emergency Medicine
1200 N. STATE STREET, GNH 1060K
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 409-7053
NEIL LUU
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1200 N. STATE STREET, CLINIC TOWER, 2ND FLOOR, ROOM 2B300
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 409-6225
MEGAN NICOLE MENARD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1200 N. STATE STREET, GNH 1060K
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 409-7053
BARTON HUANG
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1200 N. STATE STREET, CLINIC TOWER, SUITE A7D
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 865-1084
DR. KATHERINE ELISE MCDANIEL MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Reproductive Endocrinology)
1200 N. STATE STREET, IPT C3F107
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (323) 409-8848
SARAH YURI SHIONOYA EDMINSTER
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1200 N. STATE STREET, CLINIC TOWER , SUITE A7D
LOS ANGELES, CA 90033
Los Angeles County (213) 785-4186

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 Cara Buchanan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cara Buchanan is 1053974089. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 16, 2019.

Where is Cara Buchanan located?

Cara Buchanan practices at 1200 N. State Street Gnh 1011, Los Angeles, CA 90033. The listed phone number is (323) 409-7053.

What is Cara Buchanan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Cara Buchanan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cara Buchanan is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cara Buchanan was last updated on June 22, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.