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DR. DARA SAGHAFI MD
NPI 1144320672
Internal Medicine in Santa Ana, CA

Active since September 24, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1638 E 17TH ST STE A, SANTA ANA, CA 92705(714) 835-9147 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 28, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 28, 2021, Dec 26, 2021, Nov 20, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Dara Saghafi Md NPPES

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

DR. DARA SAGHAFI MD (NPI 1144320672) is an individual internal medicine provider in Santa Ana, California, licensed in California (A76958) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144320672
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DARA SAGHAFICredential: MD
Location Address1638 E 17TH ST STE ASanta Ana, CA 92705-8515
Mailing Address1638 E 17th St Ste ASanta Ana, CA 92705-8515 · (714) 835-9147 · Fax (714) 835-2941
Phone(714) 835-9147
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateSeptember 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 28, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 28, 2021
✔ NPI 1144320672 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A76958
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1638 E 17TH ST STE A, Santa Ana, CA 92705
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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)

Dr. Dara Saghafi 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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

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

Advance Urgent Medical Group Inc
2.6 mi
Health Maintenance Organization
1401 W 1ST ST, STE. 101
Santa Ana, CA 92703
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881847424 (714) 542-9700

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 4

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.
151 services76 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
51 services51 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 87426
An immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.
38 services32 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
26 services21 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92705 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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

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

KEENEN CISNEROS DC
Chiropractor
1638 E 17TH ST STE A
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
Orange County (714) 550-6399

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 Dara Saghafi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dara Saghafi is 1144320672. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 24, 2006.

Where is Dara Saghafi located?

Dara Saghafi practices at 1638 E 17th St Ste A, Santa Ana, CA 92705. The listed phone number is (714) 835-9147.

What is Dara Saghafi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Dara Saghafi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dara Saghafi is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Dara Saghafi's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Dara Saghafi reassigns Medicare benefits to Advance Urgent Medical Group Inc (Santa Ana, 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 Dara Saghafi'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 Dara Saghafi was last updated on December 28, 2021. 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.