DR. LATHA T NAIR M.D.
NPI 1164527560
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Santa Cruz, CA

Active since September 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
1400 EMELINE AVE, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060(831) 454-4170(831) 454-4663 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 31, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Latha T Nair M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LATHA T NAIR M.D. (NPI 1164527560) is an individual psychiatry provider in Santa Cruz, California, licensed in California (C143606) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Kansas City, and is a graduate of Other (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164527560
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. LATHA T NAIRCredential: M.D.
Location Address1400 EMELINE AVESanta Cruz, CA 95060-1976
Mailing Address1400 Emeline AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060-1976 · (831) 454-4170 · Fax (831) 454-4663
Fax(831) 454-4663
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateSeptember 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 31, 2021
NPPES CertifiedAugust 31, 2021
NPI 1164527560 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
Licenses Licensed in CA · C143606 Licensed in MO · 100593
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
1400 EMELINE AVE, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)L Nair Md

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13211 Woodland AveKansas City, MO 64109-2073 · Phone (816) 347-3244 ext. 81634

Other Identifiers 5

Other3079384CMO · Medicare Ptan
OtherFHC70042FCA · Santa Cruz County, Ca Medi-cal Group #
OtherZZZ92069ZCA · Santa Cruz County Medicare Group Ptan#
OtherZZZ91891ZCA · Santa Cruz County Medicare Group Ptan#
OtherFHC70044FCA · Santa Cruz County, Ca Medi-cal Group #

Accepted Insurance

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. Latha T Nair 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 ID1759366024
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170310001733
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 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.
71 services52 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
58 services31 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
33 services30 patients
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.
29 services23 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95060 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
$186.69 typical visit price
range $62.97 – $186.69
Typical copayment $46.67 (range $15.74 – $46.67)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$77.84 typical visit price
range $21.02 – $153.16
Typical copayment $19.46 (range $5.25 – $38.29)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Technician, Health Information (Assistant Record Technician)
1400 EMELINE AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1400 EMELINE AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Social Worker (Clinical)
1400 EMELINE AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Nurse's Aide
1400 EMELINE AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Social Worker (Clinical)
1400 EMELINE AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1400 EMELINE AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Counselor (Mental Health)
1400 EMELINE AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Marriage & Family Therapist
1400 EMELINE AVE
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060

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 Latha Nair's NPI number?

The NPI number for Latha Nair is 1164527560. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2006. The provider is also known as L Nair MD.

Where is Latha Nair located?

Latha Nair practices at 1400 Emeline Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. The listed phone number is (831) 454-4170.

What is Latha Nair's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Latha Nair enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Latha Nair 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.

What insurance does Latha Nair accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City and Medica list Latha Nair as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Latha Nair was last updated on August 31, 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.