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TARA BRAUN MD
NPI 1407353303
Dermatology in San Diego, CA

Active since April 09, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.86/100
CMS Quality Rating
4060 4TH AVE STE 415, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103(619) 298-9809(619) 298-9823 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 9, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 9, 2023, Sep 21, 2022, Apr 9, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Tara Braun Md NPPES

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

TARA BRAUN MD (NPI 1407353303) is an individual dermatology provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A191661) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Houston, and is a graduate of Baylor College Of Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407353303
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameTARA BRAUNCredential: MD
Location Address4060 4TH AVE STE 415San Diego, CA 92103-2121
Mailing Address4060 4th Ave Ste 415San Diego, CA 92103-2121 · (619) 298-9809 · Fax (619) 298-9823
Phone(619) 298-9809
Fax(619) 298-9823
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBaylor College Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 9, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 9, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 9, 2023
✔ NPI 1407353303 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A191661
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
4060 4TH AVE STE 415, San Diego, CA 92103
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12571 Kirby DrHouston, TX 77019-6320 · Phone (281) 612-0050 · Fax (281) 612-0051

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, UnitedHealthcare.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

Tara Braun Md 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 ID9739563248
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231127001317
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Tara Braun reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

J Robert West, M.D., Inc
72 mi
Dermatology
400 NEWPORT CENTER DR STE 702
Newport Beach, CA 92660
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: J Robert West MD Inc
  • 121 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932154788 (949) 644-0101
Elite Dermatology, PLLC
1,277 mi
Dermatology
4603 FM 1463 RD STE 100
Katy, TX 77494
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 28 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1104337526 (281) 612-0050

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.

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.
311 services52 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.
136 services90 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.
104 services78 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.
101 services77 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.
99 services72 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
86 services66 patients

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
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

77.86/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality58.05
Promoting Interoperability93
Improvement Activities40
Cost73.99

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

THUY-VY NGUYEN PA-C
Physician Assistant
4060 4TH AVE STE 415
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
San Diego County (619) 298-9808

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 Tara Braun's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tara Braun is 1407353303. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2018.

Where is Tara Braun located?

Tara Braun practices at 4060 4th Ave Ste 415, San Diego, CA 92103. The listed phone number is (619) 298-9809.

What is Tara Braun's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Tara Braun enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tara Braun 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 Tara Braun's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Tara Braun reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: J Robert West, M.D., Inc (Newport Beach, CA) and Elite Dermatology, PLLC (Katy, TX). 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 Tara Braun's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Tara Braun accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and UnitedHealthcare list Tara Braun 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 Tara Braun was last updated on November 9, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.