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HEATHER TAMARA PATZ PA-C
NPI 1255573234
Physician Assistant in Los Alamitos, CA

Active since April 06, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.61/100
CMS Quality Rating
4281 KATELLA AVE STE 220, LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720(562) 252-0173(949) 783-2845 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 2, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 2, 2021, Oct 12, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Heather Tamara Patz Pa-c NPPES

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

HEATHER TAMARA PATZ PA-C (NPI 1255573234) is an individual physician assistant in Los Alamitos, California, licensed in California (21565) and active in the NPI registry since April 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255573234
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameHEATHER TAMARA PATZCredential: PA-C
Location Address4281 KATELLA AVE STE 220Los Alamitos, CA 90720-6506
Mailing Address2285 Corporate Cir, Ste 200Henderson, NV 89074-7759 · (702) 360-2763 · Fax (949) 783-2880
Phone(562) 252-0173
Fax(949) 783-2845
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateApril 6, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 2, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 2, 2021
✔ NPI 1255573234 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · 21565✔ Licensed in NV · PA1477
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
4281 KATELLA AVE STE 220, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, UnitedHealthcare.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Heather Tamara Patz Pa-c 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 ID5698823672
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111010000192
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 11

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
499 services64 patients
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.
182 services130 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
141 services89 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.
93 services68 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
86 services66 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.
58 services46 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90720 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

90.61/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality75.31
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
78%548 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Melanoma: Continuity of Care - Recall System
96%67 patients
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 100% · 1,714 patients
Patients screened: 100% · 1,714 patients
100%84 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%1,525 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
100%390 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

THINH CHAU MD
Dermatology
4281 KATELLA AVE STE 220
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
Orange County (562) 252-0173

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 Heather Patz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Patz is 1255573234. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2009.

Where is Heather Patz located?

Heather Patz practices at 4281 Katella Ave Ste 220, Los Alamitos, CA 90720. The listed phone number is (562) 252-0173.

What is Heather Patz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Heather Patz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Patz 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 Heather Patz accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health and UnitedHealthcare list Heather Patz 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 Heather Patz was last updated on November 2, 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.