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DR. MARIA DE LOURDES LADINO STURCHLER M.D.
NPI 1235662792
Emergency Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in San Diego, CA

Active since April 11, 2017PECOS Enrolled
407 FIFTH AVENUE, MC MER35, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103(619) 686-3893 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 29, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 29, 2021, May 24, 2021, Apr 11, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Maria De Lourdes Ladino Sturchler M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MARIA DE LOURDES LADINO STURCHLER M.D. (NPI 1235662792) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A157846) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235662792
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207PH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. MARIA DE LOURDES LADINO STURCHLERCredential: M.D.
Location Address407 FIFTH AVENUE, MC MER35San Diego, CA 92103
Mailing Address407 Fifth Avenue, Mc Mer35San Diego, CA 92103-2507 · (561) 596-6498
Phone(619) 686-3893
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateApril 11, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 29, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 13, 2021
✔ NPI 1235662792 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207PH0002X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A157846
Definition
An emergency medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
407 FIFTH AVENUE, San Diego, CA 92103
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Maria De Lourdes Ladino Sturchler M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID2264768498
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231020000032, I20260226001342
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
206 services107 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
106 services105 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
98 services79 patients
Advance care planning, each additional 30 minutes 99498
Advance care planning involves discussing and documenting your future health care preferences in case you're unable to make decisions for yourself. Each additional 30 minutes allows more time to explore your wishes, values, and goals for treatment.
72 services51 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilmington, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340141
Location2131 S 17th St Box 9000Wilmington, NC 28402 · New Hanover County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92103 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
$94.87 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

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 De Lourdes Sturchler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria De Lourdes Sturchler is 1235662792. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 11, 2017.

Where is Maria De Lourdes Sturchler located?

Maria De Lourdes Sturchler practices at 407 Fifth Avenue Mc Mer35, San Diego, CA 92103. The listed phone number is (619) 686-3893.

What is Maria De Lourdes Sturchler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207PH0002X.

Is Maria De Lourdes Sturchler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Maria De Lourdes Sturchler is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Maria De Lourdes Sturchler accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Maria De Lourdes Sturchler 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 De Lourdes Sturchler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Maria De Lourdes Sturchler is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Maria De Lourdes Sturchler was last updated on November 29, 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.