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NICOLAE LECA
NPI 1407931215
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Seattle, WA

Active since October 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST, SEATTLE, WA 98195(206) 598-5068 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Nicolae Leca NPPES

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

NICOLAE LECA (NPI 1407931215) is an individual nephrology provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00045108) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Skagit Valley Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407931215
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameNICOLAE LECA
Location AddressUNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC STSeattle, WA 98195-6166
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 543-6420
Phone(206) 598-5068
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateOctober 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 24, 2009
✔ NPI 1407931215 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00045108
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD00045108 (WA)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, Seattle, WA 98195
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid8431637WA
Other337100Internal Id-motor Vehicle Id
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified8854415
Medicare UPINI33936

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Nicolae Leca 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 ID1951338755
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050723000085, I20240222003224
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 5

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
253 services99 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.
146 services45 patients
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.
23 services12 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.
16 services16 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.
15 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Skagit Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Vernon, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number500003
Location1415 E Kincaid StreetMount Vernon, WA 98274 · Skagit County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500129
Location315 S Mlk Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kittitas Valley Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Ellensburg, WA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number501333
Location603 South ChestnutEllensburg, WA 98926 · Kittitas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98195 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

93.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

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

Tacrolimus, extended release, (envarsus xr), oral, 0.25 mg J7503
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N
10 suppliers65 claims26,286 services$1.21 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
29 suppliers313 claims29,515 services$0.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
13 suppliers159 claims25,423 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
21 suppliers221 claims23,400 services$0.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Everolimus, oral, 0.25 mg J7527
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier14 claims7,560 services$4.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
30 suppliers225 claims225 services$18.40 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 20

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

BRENDA M SANDMAIER
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 288-1000
PATRICK C FREENY
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-6214
GEORGE A OJEMANN
Neurological Surgery
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-5637
CAROL M BUCHTER
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-4300
MARSHALL SCOTT HORWITZ
Medical Genetics (Clinical Genetics (M.D.))
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 616-2135
CORINNE LINA FLIGNER
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-6400
EDUS HOUSTON WARREN III
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 288-1000
GREGORY DEMBO
Anesthesiology
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 543-8606

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 Nicolae Leca's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicolae Leca is 1407931215. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 27, 2006.

Where is Nicolae Leca located?

Nicolae Leca practices at University Of Washington Medical Ctr 1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195. The listed phone number is (206) 598-5068.

What is Nicolae Leca's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Nicolae Leca enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicolae Leca 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 Nicolae Leca accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Nicolae Leca 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 Nicolae Leca affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicolae Leca is affiliated with Skagit Valley Hospital, University Of Washington Medical Ctr, Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital and Kittitas Valley Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicolae Leca was last updated on June 24, 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.