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RACHEL CRISTINA JOAO
NPI 1548808074
Physician Assistant in Avon, CT

Active since December 16, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
44 DALE RD STE 204, AVON, CT 06001(860) 674-8830(860) 674-8984 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 14, 2025, Apr 19, 2021, Dec 16, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Rachel Cristina Joao NPPES

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

RACHEL CRISTINA JOAO (NPI 1548808074) is an individual physician assistant in Avon, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (5186) and active in the NPI registry since December 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Hartford, and is a graduate of Other (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548808074
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameRACHEL CRISTINA JOAO
Location Address44 DALE RD STE 204Avon, CT 06001-4351
Mailing Address30 Jordan Ln Ste 2Wethersfield, CT 06109-1278 · (860) 263-0253 · Fax (860) 263-0262
Phone(860) 674-8830
Fax(860) 674-8984
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateDecember 16, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 14, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 14, 2025
✔ NPI 1548808074 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in CT · 5186
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.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
44 DALE RD STE 204, Avon, CT 06001
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Rachel Cristina Litchfield

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 180 Seymour StHartford, CT 06102-8000 · Phone (860) 972-0549 · Fax (860) 545-5221

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

Rachel Cristina Joao 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 ID1658789011
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210423000577
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 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.
234 services172 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
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.
33 services28 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06001 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
$93.86 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $23.46 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$75.55 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $18.88 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
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 2

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

AMANDA ROSE GUIDO APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
44 DALE RD STE 204
AVON, CT 06001
Capitol Planning Region (860) 674-8830
JAYNA NOREIKIS APRN, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
44 DALE RD STE 204
AVON, CT 06001
Capitol Planning Region (860) 674-8830

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 Rachel Joao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rachel Joao is 1548808074. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 16, 2019. The provider is also known as Rachel Cristina Litchfield.

Where is Rachel Joao located?

Rachel Joao practices at 44 Dale Rd Ste 204, Avon, CT 06001. The listed phone number is (860) 674-8830.

What is Rachel Joao's specialty?

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

Is Rachel Joao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rachel Joao 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rachel Joao was last updated on February 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.