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MRS. NITA PAINTAL MD
NPI 1497795223
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in La Mesa, CA

Active since June 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4700 SPRING ST STE 220, LA MESA, CA 91942(855) 501-1004 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 1, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 1, 2026, Feb 21, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Mrs. Nita Paintal Md NPPES

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

MRS. NITA PAINTAL MD (NPI 1497795223) is an individual psychiatry provider in La Mesa, California, licensed in California (A61220) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497795223
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameMRS. NITA PAINTALCredential: MD
Location Address4700 SPRING ST STE 220La Mesa, CA 91942-0274
Mailing Address3835 N Freeway Blvd Ste 100Sacramento, CA 95834-1954 · (855) 501-1004
Phone(855) 501-1004
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJune 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 1, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 1, 2026
✔ NPI 1497795223 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A61220
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
4700 SPRING ST STE 220, La Mesa, CA 91942
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Nita Scrinivas

Accepted Insurance

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

Mrs. Nita Paintal 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 ID5294747465
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060707000228
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 2

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 services145 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.
154 services77 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91942 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
$184.71 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $46.17 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

MRS. CARLY SANTOS BLALACK LCSW, PPS
Social Worker (Clinical)
4700 SPRING ST STE 220
LA MESA, CA 91942
San Diego County (619) 667-3380

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 Nita Paintal's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nita Paintal is 1497795223. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2006. The provider is also known as Nita Scrinivas.

Where is Nita Paintal located?

Nita Paintal practices at 4700 Spring St Ste 220, La Mesa, CA 91942. The listed phone number is (855) 501-1004.

What is Nita Paintal's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Nita Paintal enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nita Paintal 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 Nita Paintal accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Nita Paintal 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 Nita Paintal was last updated on May 1, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.