LAUREN NASH FARAC MD
NPI 1093015992
Anesthesiology in Monterey, CA

Q: What is Lauren Farac's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Farac is 1093015992. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2010. The provider is also known as Lauren Nash Frizzell MD.

Q: What is Lauren Farac's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lauren Farac was last updated on March 11, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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 October 25, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

93.23/100

CMS Quality Rating

23625 HOLMAN HIGHWAY, MONTEREY, CA 93940(831) 624-5311 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 11, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 31, 2017, Mar 16, 2017, Jul 11, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Lauren Nash Farac Md NPPES

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

LAUREN NASH FARAC MD (NPI 1093015992) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Monterey, California, licensed in California (A129635) and active in the NPI registry since October 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093015992

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameLAUREN NASH FARACCredential: MD

Location Address23625 HOLMAN HIGHWAYMonterey, CA 93940-5902

Mailing Address100 Wilson Rd Ste 100Monterey, CA 93940-7885 · (831) 242-8301

Phone(831) 624-5311

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Davis School Of MedicineGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 11, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 11, 2024

✔ NPI 1093015992 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A129635

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

23625 HOLMAN HIGHWAY, Monterey, CA 93940

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Lauren Nash Frizzell Md

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Mountain Health CO-OP.Insurance ›

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

Lauren Nash Farac Md 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 ID840582953

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160711001902

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 Lauren Farac reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula

Same address

General Acute Care Hospital

23625 HOLMAN HWY
Monterey, CA 93940

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
245 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1225285810 (831) 624-5311

Ventana Anesthesia Associates Inc

0.1 mi

Anesthesiology

23625 HOLMAN HWY
Monterey, CA 93940

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
34 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1699094409 (831) 624-5311

Montage Medical Group

3.0 mi

Internal Medicine

275 THE CROSSROADS BLVD STE A
Carmel, CA 93923

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
155 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1770710709 (831) 658-3639

Granite Peak Anesthesiology Consultants

942 mi

Anesthesiology

2800 10TH AVE N
Billings, MT 59101

Reassigned Medicare billing, Montana enrollment
86 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1700637907 (406) 657-4000

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 14

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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

69 services68 patients

Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312

This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.

53 services52 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.

36 services34 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest 01926

Anesthesia is given before an x-ray of the brain, heart, or chest artery to ensure comfort and stillness. It helps to eliminate discomfort or pain during the procedure. It's administered by a trained professional, ensuring a safe and smooth procedure.

33 services33 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

31 services31 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels 00560

Anesthesia for heart and large blood vessel procedures involves using medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). It helps ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

23 services23 patients

Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556

This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.

22 services20 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400

Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.

19 services19 patients

Insertion of tube in pulmonary artery for monitoring 93503

This procedure involves placing a tube into your pulmonary artery, which is a blood vessel in your lungs. The tube helps monitor heart function and blood flow, providing vital information for your treatment. It's typically done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537

Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.

13 services12 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

13 services13 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal 62322

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, often for pain relief or diagnostic purposes. A needle is carefully inserted into the area, and the substance is then administered. It's generally safe and can provide valuable information about your spinal health.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840

Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

11 services11 patients

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.

93.23/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

92.04

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Prevention of Central Venous Catheter (CVC) - Related Bloodstream Infections

Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who undergo central venous catheter (CVC) insertion for whom CVC was inserted with all elements of maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, skin preparation and, if ultrasound is used, sterile ultrasound…

100%25 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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

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