DR. CARL HESS MD
NPI 1154471118
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Fullerton, CA

Active since January 11, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.22/100
CMS Quality Rating
270 LAGUNA RD, STE 220, FULLERTON, CA 92835(714) 773-9500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 21, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Carl Hess Md NPPES

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

DR. CARL HESS MD (NPI 1154471118) is an individual pain medicine provider in Fullerton, California, licensed in California (G65626) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Medical College Of Wisconsin (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154471118
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X
Provider Legal NameDR. CARL HESSCredential: MD
Location Address270 LAGUNA RD, STE 220Fullerton, CA 92835-2521
Mailing AddressPo Box 8228Moreno Valley, CA 92552-8228
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMedical College Of WisconsinGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJanuary 11, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 21, 2017
NPI 1154471118 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207LP2900X
License Licensed in CA · G65626
Definition
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
270 LAGUNA RD, Fullerton, CA 92835

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedG65626CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Carl Hess 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 ID4587622972
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050103000196
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 7

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 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.
405 services71 patients
Electronic analysis reprogramming and refill of spinal canal drug infusion pump by physician 62370
This procedure involves a physician checking and adjusting your spinal canal drug infusion pump. The pump's programming is updated electronically and the medication reservoir is refilled, ensuring effective pain management and optimal device performance.
60 services14 patients
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307
Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.
32 services26 patients
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
20 services12 patients
Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles 20553
Trigger point injection therapy involves injecting medication into specific areas of your muscles, known as trigger points. These are areas that produce pain and discomfort. If you have three or more muscles affected, each will be treated individually.
16 services12 patients
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493
This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.
15 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.

86.22/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality86.2
Promoting Interoperability91
Improvement Activities40
Cost53.93

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

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

Obstetrics & Gynecology (Reproductive Endocrinology)
270 LAGUNA RD, SUITE 220
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Ophthalmology
270 LAGUNA RD, SUITE 100
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Optometrist
270 LAGUNA RD, SUITE 100
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Ophthalmology
270 LAGUNA RD, SUITE 100
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
270 LAGUNA RD, SUITE 220
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Dentist (General Practice)
270 LAGUNA RD, SUITE 200
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Ophthalmology
270 LAGUNA RD, SUITE 100
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Optometrist
270 LAGUNA RD, SUITE 100
FULLERTON, CA 92835

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 Carl Hess's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carl Hess is 1154471118. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 11, 2007.

Where is Carl Hess located?

Carl Hess practices at 270 Laguna Rd Ste 220, Fullerton, CA 92835. The listed phone number is (714) 773-9500.

What is Carl Hess's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Carl Hess enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carl Hess 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carl Hess was last updated on March 21, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.