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CARA MARIE CLOSE PA-C
NPI 1447716154
Physician Assistant in Uniontown, PA

Active since February 18, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
100 WOODLAWN AVE # LEVEL1, UNIONTOWN, PA 15401(724) 438-8765 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 10, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 10, 2022, Feb 18, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Cara Marie Close Pa-c NPPES

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

CARA MARIE CLOSE PA-C (NPI 1447716154) is an individual physician assistant in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MA060524) and active in the NPI registry since February 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Uniontown Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447716154
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameCARA MARIE CLOSECredential: PA-C
Location Address100 WOODLAWN AVE # LEVEL1Uniontown, PA 15401-3105
Mailing Address100 Woodlawn Ave # Level1Uniontown, PA 15401-3105 · (724) 438-8765
Phone(724) 438-8765
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateFebruary 18, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 10, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 6, 2022
✔ NPI 1447716154 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MA060524
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
100 WOODLAWN AVE # LEVEL1, Uniontown, PA 15401
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.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

Cara Marie Close Pa-c 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 ID4082955190
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190417001727
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 4

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 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.
255 services214 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.
211 services171 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
65 services64 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
45 services45 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Uniontown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Uniontown, PA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390041
Location500 West Berkeley StreetUniontown, PA 15401 · Fayette County
Emergency services

Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Greensburg, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390145
Location532 West Pittsburgh StreetGreensburg, PA 15601 · Westmoreland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Penn Highlands Connellsville

Acute Care Hospitals · Connellsville, PA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390184
Location401 East Murphy AvenueConnellsville, PA 15425 · Fayette County
Emergency services

West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morgantown, WV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510001
Location1 Medical Center DriveMorgantown, WV 26506 · Monongalia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15401 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
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

94.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality78.46
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Cara Close's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cara Close is 1447716154. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 18, 2019.

Where is Cara Close located?

Cara Close practices at 100 Woodlawn Ave # Level1, Uniontown, PA 15401. The listed phone number is (724) 438-8765.

What is Cara Close's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Cara Close enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cara Close 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 Cara Close accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Cara Close 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 Cara Close affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cara Close is affiliated with Uniontown Hospital, Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital, Penn Highlands Connellsville and West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cara Close was last updated on November 10, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.