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DR. HELEN REGINA STEARNS DNP
NPI 1417560467
Nurse Practitioner in San Diego, CA

Active since August 28, 2020Opted out of Medicare · through Jul 1, 2028
8797 ENCINO AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92123(573) 823-7123(844) 720-2718 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 26, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 26, 2025, Aug 28, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Helen Regina Stearns Dnp NPPES

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

DR. HELEN REGINA STEARNS DNP (NPI 1417560467) is an individual nurse practitioner in San Diego, California, licensed in California (95015301) and active in the NPI registry since August 2020. She has opted out of Medicare through July 1, 2028 and remains eligible to order and refer and is a graduate of Other (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417560467
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. HELEN REGINA STEARNSCredential: DNP
Location Address8797 ENCINO AVESan Diego, CA 92123-3952
Mailing Address8797 Encino AveSan Diego, CA 92123-3952 · (619) 268-1027 · Fax (844) 720-2718
Phone(573) 823-7123
Fax(844) 720-2718
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateAugust 28, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 26, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 26, 2025
✔ NPI 1417560467 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 95015301
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
8797 ENCINO AVE, San Diego, CA 92123
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Opted out of Medicare

Dr. Helen Regina Stearns Dnp has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from July 1, 2026 through July 1, 2028.

Opt-Out Effective DateJuly 1, 2026
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughJuly 1, 2028Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

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 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.
284 services100 patients
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349
An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
222 services80 patients
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.
155 services82 patients
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349
An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
97 services42 patients
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes 99350
An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits a patient's home for a check-up or treatment. The visit typically lasts for about an hour. This service is especially beneficial for patients who may have difficulty traveling to a healthcare facility.
43 services33 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.
35 services27 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92123 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
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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

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

HELEN STEARNS, DNP, A NURSING PC
Nurse Practitioner
8797 ENCINO AVE
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (573) 823-7123

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 Helen Stearns's NPI number?

The NPI number for Helen Stearns is 1417560467. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 28, 2020.

Where is Helen Stearns located?

Helen Stearns practices at 8797 Encino Ave, San Diego, CA 92123. The listed phone number is (573) 823-7123.

What is Helen Stearns's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Helen Stearns enrolled in Medicare?

No. Helen Stearns has opted out of Medicare through July 1, 2028. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Helen Stearns was last updated on November 26, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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.