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DRAGOS C LUCA MD
NPI 1417026832
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Minneapolis, MN

Active since November 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2525 CHICAGO AVE SOUTH, CHILDRENS HOSPITALS AND CLINICS PATHOLOGY MPLS, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404(612) 813-6280(612) 813-6951 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 29, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dragos C Luca Md NPPES

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

DRAGOS C LUCA MD (NPI 1417026832) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Rhode Island (MD18279) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Newport Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Providence.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417026832
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDRAGOS C LUCACredential: MD
Location Address2525 CHICAGO AVE SOUTH, CHILDRENS HOSPITALS AND CLINICS PATHOLOGY MPLSMinneapolis, MN 55404
Mailing Address117 Ellenfield St Ste 101Providence, RI 02905-4541 · (401) 444-6779 · Fax (401) 444-6912
Phone(612) 813-6280
Fax(612) 813-6951
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateNovember 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 29, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMarch 27, 2024
✔ NPI 1417026832 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
Licenses✔ Licensed in RI · MD18279✔ Licensed in MN · 49092
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.
Also ListedPathology · HematologyTaxonomy 207ZH0000X · License 49092 (MN)
Also ListedPathology · Pediatric PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0213X · License 49092 (MN)
2525 CHICAGO AVE SOUTH, Minneapolis, MN 55404
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1593 Eddy Street APC 12Providence, RI 02903 · Phone (401) 444-5057

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid34899100WI

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

Dragos C Luca 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 ID8224131404
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220208001422
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 9

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.

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.
302 services50 patients
Flow cytometry technique for dna or cell analysis, 16 or more markers 88189
Flow cytometry is a method used to measure and analyze cells. It uses a beam of light to detect up to 16 or more markers on cells, helping to identify their type, function, or abnormalities. This technique aids in diagnosing various health conditions.
114 services101 patients
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.
112 services62 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
90 services38 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.
58 services51 patients
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present 88311
This procedure involves treating tissue samples to remove any calcium, which can interfere with the examination. The tissue is soaked in a special solution that safely dissolves the calcium, leaving the tissue intact for accurate analysis. This helps in making precise diagnoses.
46 services42 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Newport Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newport, RI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number410006
Location11 Friendship StreetNewport, RI 02840 · Newport County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rhode Island Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Providence, RI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipTribal
CMS Certification Number410007
Location593 Eddy StreetProvidence, RI 02903 · Providence County
Emergency services

The Miriam Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Providence, RI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number410012
Location164 Summit AvenueProvidence, RI 02906 · Providence County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55404 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

JESSICA L CAMP CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2525 CHICAGO AVE SOUTH
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Hennepin County (352) 871-8352
LYNDA RICHTSMEIER CYR PHD LP
Psychologist (Clinical Child & Adolescent)
2525 CHICAGO AVE SOUTH, CHILDRENS SPECIALTY CLINIC - INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Hennepin County (612) 813-7888
MRS. BETH ANN JOHNSON PNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
2525 CHICAGO AVE SOUTH
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Hennepin County (612) 813-7855
KATHERINE LOUISE O'FLYNN O'BRIEN
Obstetrics & Gynecology
2525 CHICAGO AVE SOUTH
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Hennepin County (651) 220-5999
PAULA J PITTERLE PHD LP
Psychologist (Clinical Child & Adolescent)
2525 CHICAGO AVE SOUTH, CHILDRENS SPECIALTY CLINIC - PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Hennepin County (612) 813-8455
DR. SOMMER ELIZABETH MCINERNEY DNP, APRN, CPNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
2525 CHICAGO AVE SOUTH
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Hennepin County (612) 813-6000

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 Dragos Luca's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dragos Luca is 1417026832. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 7, 2006.

Where is Dragos Luca located?

Dragos Luca practices at 2525 Chicago Ave South Childrens Hospitals And Clinics Pathology Mpls, Minneapolis, MN 55404. The listed phone number is (612) 813-6280.

What is Dragos Luca's specialty?

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

Is Dragos Luca enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dragos Luca 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.

Is Dragos Luca affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Dragos Luca is affiliated with Newport Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dragos Luca was last updated on March 29, 2024. 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.