DR. MARIA LAURA TORRES MD
NPI 1194091272
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Sun City, AZ

Active since March 22, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.99/100
CMS Quality Rating
10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD, SUN CITY, AZ 85351(602) 685-5211(602) 685-5325 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 19, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 19, 2021, Aug 5, 2020, Oct 23, 2018 and 5 more (8 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Maria Laura Torres Md NPPES

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

DR. MARIA LAURA TORRES MD (NPI 1194091272) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Sun City, Arizona, licensed in Florida (ME151275) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Florida Kendall Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194091272
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. MARIA LAURA TORRESCredential: MD
Location Address10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVDSun City, AZ 85351
Mailing AddressPo Box 741087Atlanta, GA 30374-1087 · (623) 266-7770 · Fax (623) 322-4639
Fax(602) 685-5325
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 19, 20218 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 19, 2021
NPI 1194091272 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
Licenses Licensed in FL · ME151275 Licensed in AZ · 56690
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD, Sun City, AZ 85351

Other Identifiers 2

Other56690AZ · Az Medical License
Medicaid458971AZ

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. Maria Laura Torres 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 ID547536385
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210830001446
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 3

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
92 services51 patients
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique 88112
Cell examination of a specimen using selective cellular enhancement technique is a lab process that improves the visibility of certain cells in a sample. It helps in identifying abnormalities or diseases. The process is non-invasive, safe, and aids in accurate diagnosis.
16 services14 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
14 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Hca Florida Kendall Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Miami, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100209
Location11750 Bird RdMiami, FL 33175 · Miami-Dade County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85351 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

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.

82.99/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality75
Improvement Activities40

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.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
Anesthesiology
10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
Emergency Medicine
10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
Internal Medicine
10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
Physician Assistant
10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
Registered Nurse
10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD
SUN CITY, AZ 85351

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 Maria Torres's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria Torres is 1194091272. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2012.

Where is Maria Torres located?

Maria Torres practices at 10401 W Thunderbird Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85351. The listed phone number is (602) 685-5211.

What is Maria Torres's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Maria Torres enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Maria Torres 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 Maria Torres accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Maria Torres 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.

Is Maria Torres affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Maria Torres is affiliated with Hca Florida Kendall Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Maria Torres was last updated on August 19, 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.