DR. KARLA M TORRES MD
NPI 1528249463
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Sarasota, FL

Active since November 20, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.8/100
CMS Quality Rating
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL, SARASOTA, FL 34239(941) 917-8720(941) 917-1875 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 9, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Karla M Torres Md NPPES

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

DR. KARLA M TORRES MD (NPI 1528249463) is an individual neurology provider in Sarasota, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME110550) and active in the NPI registry since November 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Ponce School Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528249463
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameDR. KARLA M TORRESCredential: MD
Location Address1700 S TAMIAMI TRLSarasota, FL 34239-3509
Mailing AddressPo Box 863407Orlando, FL 32886-3407 · (941) 917-2600 · Fax (941) 917-7884
Fax(941) 917-1875
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPonce School Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateNovember 20, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 9, 2016
NPI 1528249463 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
Licenses Licensed in FL · ME110550 Licensed in TX · N7360
Definition

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

1700 S TAMIAMI TRL, Sarasota, FL 34239

Other Identifiers 1

Other33181FL · Bcbs

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Karla M Torres 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 ID4880863661
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110811000821
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 10

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.

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 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.
185 services182 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 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.
108 services89 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 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.
95 services70 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy 95816
Measurement of brain wave activity, also known as an EEG, is a non-invasive test that records electrical patterns in your brain. This procedure is done when you're awake and drowsy to understand how your brain functions during different states of consciousness.
88 services87 patients
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
65 services65 patients
Initial hospital observation care per day, typically 70 minutes 99220
This service involves a healthcare professional closely monitoring your health condition during your hospital stay. It typically lasts for about 70 minutes each day. This helps in timely detection of any changes in your health, allowing for immediate response and treatment.
40 services40 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sarasota Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sarasota, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100087
Location1700 S Tamiami TrlSarasota, FL 34239 · Sarasota County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice

Acute Care Hospitals · North Venice, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100359
Location2600 Laurel Rd ENorth Venice, FL 34275 · Sarasota County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34239 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

78.8/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.37
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.81

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.

Physician Assistant (Medical)
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Emergency Medicine
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Emergency Medicine
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Emergency Medicine
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1700 S TAMIAMI TRL
SARASOTA, FL 34239

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 Karla Torres's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karla Torres is 1528249463. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 20, 2007.

Where is Karla Torres located?

Karla Torres practices at 1700 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34239. The listed phone number is (941) 917-8720.

What is Karla Torres's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Karla Torres enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karla Torres 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 Karla Torres accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Karla Torres 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 Karla Torres affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karla Torres is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karla Torres was last updated on August 9, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.