MR. ALEX FERBER PA-C
NPI 1306891510
Physician Assistant in Santa Cruz, CA

Active since May 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
615 OCEAN ST, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060(831) 425-7991(831) 425-7346 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 11, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Mr. Alex Ferber Pa-c NPPES

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

MR. ALEX FERBER PA-C (NPI 1306891510) is an individual physician assistant in Santa Cruz, California, licensed in California (PA 13737) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306891510
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. ALEX FERBERCredential: PA-C
Location Address615 OCEAN STSanta Cruz, CA 95060-4005
Mailing Address615 Ocean StSanta Cruz, CA 95060-4005 · (831) 425-7991 · Fax (831) 425-7346
Fax(831) 425-7346
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 11, 2021
NPPES CertifiedJune 11, 2021
NPI 1306891510 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in CA · PA 13737
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.
615 OCEAN ST, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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

Mr. Alex Ferber 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 ID4587615026
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050202000430
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 6

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 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.
63 services29 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.
24 services24 patients
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.
22 services17 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
19 services18 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.
16 services16 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
11 services11 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
$96.03 typical visit price
range $62.97 – $186.69
Typical copayment $24.00 (range $15.74 – $46.67)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

96.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.34
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier15 claims15 services$18.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers18 claims18 services$6.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers53 claims53 services$109.39 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier36 claims36 services$35.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Physician Assistant
615 OCEAN ST
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Family Medicine
615 OCEAN ST
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Physician Assistant
615 OCEAN ST
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Physician Assistant
615 OCEAN ST
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Physician Assistant
615 OCEAN ST
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Nurse Practitioner
615 OCEAN ST
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
General Practice
615 OCEAN ST
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
Physician Assistant
615 OCEAN ST
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 Alex Ferber's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alex Ferber is 1306891510. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2006.

Where is Alex Ferber located?

Alex Ferber practices at 615 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. The listed phone number is (831) 425-7991.

What is Alex Ferber's specialty?

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

Is Alex Ferber enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alex Ferber 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 Alex Ferber was last updated on June 11, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.