DR. RAELYNN M TUCKER M.D.
NPI 1356577258
Pathology - Dermatopathology in Laguna Beach, CA

Active since June 05, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.35/100
CMS Quality Rating
31872 COAST HWY, LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651(949) 499-7288(949) 499-7248 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 5, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Raelynn M Tucker M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RAELYNN M TUCKER M.D. (NPI 1356577258) is an individual dermatopathology provider in Laguna Beach, California, licensed in California (A77146) and active in the NPI registry since June 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356577258
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZD0900X
Provider Legal NameDR. RAELYNN M TUCKERCredential: M.D.
Location Address31872 COAST HWYLaguna Beach, CA 92651-6773
Mailing Address31872 Coast HwyLaguna Beach, CA 92651-6773 · (949) 499-7288 · Fax (949) 499-7248
Fax(949) 499-7248
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 1996
Enumeration DateJune 5, 2009
NPI 1356577258 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPathology · DermatopathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZD0900X
License Licensed in CA · A77146
Definition
A dermatopathologist is an expert in diagnosing and monitoring diseases of the skin including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic diseases. This entails the examination and interpretation of specially prepared tissue sections, cellular scrapings, and smears of skin lesions by means of light microscopy, electron microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy.
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0102X · License A77146 (CA)
31872 COAST HWY, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

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

Dr. Raelynn M Tucker 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 ID7012049331
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100721000640
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 8

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.
1,697 services1,138 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.
97 services97 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.
88 services78 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.
87 services34 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.
56 services44 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.
45 services42 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92651 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

79.35/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality75.71
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.

Nurse Practitioner
31872 COAST HWY
LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651
Pathology (Dermatopathology)
31872 COAST HWY, SOUTH COAST MEDICAL CENTER, PATHOLOGY DEPT
LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651
Emergency Medicine
31872 COAST HWY
LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
31872 COAST HWY
LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651
Psychiatric Unit
31872 COAST HWY
LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651
Emergency Medicine
31872 COAST HWY
LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651
Internal Medicine
31872 COAST HWY
LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651
Anesthesiology
31872 COAST HWY
LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651

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 Raelynn Tucker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Raelynn Tucker is 1356577258. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2009.

Where is Raelynn Tucker located?

Raelynn Tucker practices at 31872 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651. The listed phone number is (949) 499-7288.

What is Raelynn Tucker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Dermatopathology, with taxonomy code 207ZD0900X.

Is Raelynn Tucker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Raelynn Tucker 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 Raelynn Tucker was last updated on June 5, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.