BRUCE D RAGSDALE M.D.
NPI 1225072374
Pathology - Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine in San Luis Obispo, CA

Active since June 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
3701 S HIGUERA ST, STE 200, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401(805) 541-6033 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Bruce D Ragsdale M.d. NPPES

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

BRUCE D RAGSDALE M.D. (NPI 1225072374) is an individual clinical pathology/laboratory medicine provider in San Luis Obispo, California, licensed in California (A23785) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine (1969).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225072374
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0105X
Provider Legal NameBRUCE D RAGSDALECredential: M.D.
Location Address3701 S HIGUERA ST, STE 200San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-7462
Mailing AddressPo Box 8139San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8139 · (805) 541-6033 · Fax (805) 549-7463
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated 1969
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 2023
NPI 1225072374 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Clinical Pathology/Laboratory MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0105X
License Licensed in CA · A23785
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.

Also ListedPathology · DermatopathologyTaxonomy 207ZD0900X · License A23785 (CA)
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0102X · License A23785 (CA)
3701 S HIGUERA ST, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid00A127850CA
MedicaidGR0058760CA

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

Bruce D Ragsdale 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 ID5799709200
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060124000388
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 9

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.
1,742 services1,334 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.
122 services111 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
107 services63 patients
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere 88321
A surgical pathology consultation involves reviewing slides prepared at a different lab to confirm or clarify a diagnosis. It's a second opinion to ensure accuracy. A report with findings and interpretations is then provided for your doctor's reference.
96 services96 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
95 services95 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
87 services78 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93401 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
$135.73 typical visit price
range $59.84 – $178.89
Typical copayment $33.93 (range $14.96 – $44.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$104.82 typical visit price
range $19.70 – $146.55
Typical copayment $26.20 (range $4.92 – $36.63)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 15

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

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
3701 S HIGUERA ST
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
3701 S HIGUERA ST, STE 200
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
3701 S HIGUERA ST
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
3701 S HIGUERA ST
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
3701 S HIGUERA ST, STE 200
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
3701 S HIGUERA ST
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Pathology (Cytopathology)
3701 S HIGUERA ST, STE 200
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
3701 S HIGUERA ST, STE 200
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401

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 Bruce Ragsdale's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bruce Ragsdale is 1225072374. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2006.

Where is Bruce Ragsdale located?

Bruce Ragsdale practices at 3701 S Higuera St Ste 200, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. The listed phone number is (805) 541-6033.

What is Bruce Ragsdale's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine, with taxonomy code 207ZP0105X.

Is Bruce Ragsdale enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bruce Ragsdale 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 Bruce Ragsdale was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.