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LAURA JUSTINE TAFE M.D.
NPI 1346359874
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Lebanon, NH

Active since August 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.78/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, DHMC DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY, LEBANON, NH 03756(603) 650-7211 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Laura Justine Tafe M.d. NPPES

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

LAURA JUSTINE TAFE M.D. (NPI 1346359874) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Lebanon, New Hampshire, licensed in New Hampshire (14904) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Wayne State University School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346359874
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameLAURA JUSTINE TAFECredential: M.D.
Location Address1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, DHMC DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGYLebanon, NH 03756-1000
Mailing Address1 Medical Center Dr, Dhmc Department Of PathologyLebanon, NH 03756-1000 · (603) 650-7211
Phone(603) 650-7211
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateAugust 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 2010
✔ NPI 1346359874 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in NH · 14904
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.
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Lebanon, NH 03756
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Taro Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Laura Justine Tafe 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 ID3476678459
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100914000882
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Laura Tafe reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic
0.2 mi
Internal Medicine
ONE MEDICAL CENTER DR
Lebanon, NH 03756
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Hampshire enrollment
  • 2,999 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1548210198 (603) 650-5000
Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital
0.2 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
ONE MEDICAL CENTER DR
Lebanon, NH 03756
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Hampshire enrollment
  • 2,620 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023092053 (603) 650-5000
Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital
2.8 mi
Family Medicine
10 ALICE PECK DAY DR
Lebanon, NH 03766
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Hampshire enrollment
  • 283 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1073569810 (603) 448-3122

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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.
299 services149 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.
202 services55 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
132 services71 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.
76 services71 patients
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block 88331
A pathology examination during surgery involves the immediate analysis of a removed tissue sample. This helps the surgeon make decisions during your operation. The "first tissue block" refers to the initial sample examined. It's a vital step to ensure your health.
49 services24 patients
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual 88360
Microscopic genetic analysis of a tumor involves examining your tumor's genes under a microscope. This helps identify specific genetic changes in the tumor cells. This information can aid in diagnosing, predicting disease progression, and determining the most effective treatment options.
49 services43 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lebanon, NH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number300003
Location1 Medical Center DriveLebanon, NH 03756 · Grafton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 03756 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
$132.09 typical visit price
range $57.75 – $174.26
Typical copayment $33.02 (range $14.43 – $43.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$101.54 typical visit price
range $18.70 – $142.15
Typical copayment $25.38 (range $4.67 – $35.53)
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.

86.78/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality75.97
Promoting Interoperability100
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.

MRS. JANICE M BRENNAN APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, DHMC DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATION MEDICINE
LEBANON, NH 03756
Grafton County (603) 560-5000
MS. SHELLEY GRACE BENSON R.PH.
Pharmacist (Oncology)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
LEBANON, NH 03756
Grafton County (603) 650-5417
ELIAS LOUKAS M.D.
Internal Medicine
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, DHMC SECTION OF HOSPITAL MEDICINE
LEBANON, NH 03756
Grafton County (603) 650-8380
SARAH S SEO MD
Otolaryngology
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, OTOLARYNGOLOGY
LEBANON, NH 03756
Grafton County (603) 650-8123
DR. SRINIVAS J. IVATURY MD
Colon & Rectal Surgery
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR, COLON & RECTAL SURGERY DEPARTMENT
LEBANON, NH 03756
Grafton County (603) 650-8113
TIMOTHY EARLEY D.O.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
LEBANON, NH 03756
Grafton County (201) 694-0663
HANNAH ELIZABETH FOOTE BENSIMHON M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
LEBANON, NH 03756
Grafton County (603) 650-5000
EMILE JOSEPH HASAN M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 MEDICAL CENTER DR
LEBANON, NH 03756
Grafton County (603) 650-5000

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 Laura Tafe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Tafe is 1346359874. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 29, 2006.

Where is Laura Tafe located?

Laura Tafe practices at 1 Medical Center Dr Dhmc Department Of Pathology, Lebanon, NH 03756. The listed phone number is (603) 650-7211.

What is Laura Tafe's specialty?

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

Is Laura Tafe enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Tafe 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Laura Tafe's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Laura Tafe reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic (Lebanon, NH), Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital (Lebanon, NH) and Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital (Lebanon, NH). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Laura Tafe's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Laura Tafe accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from NH Healthy Families and Taro Health list Laura Tafe 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 Laura Tafe affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Tafe is affiliated with Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Tafe was last updated on July 14, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.