MR. RICHARD MICHAEL VELA JR. PA-C
NPI 1558028373
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Laguna Hills, CA

Q: What is Richard Vela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Vela is 1558028373. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 29, 2021.

Q: What is Richard Vela's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Surgical, with taxonomy code 363AS0400X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Vela was last updated on April 12, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since November 29, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 405, LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653(949) 588-5800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 12, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 12, 2022, Jan 4, 2022, Nov 29, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Mr. Richard Michael Vela Jr. Pa-c NPPES

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

MR. RICHARD MICHAEL VELA JR. PA-C (NPI 1558028373) is an individual surgical provider in Laguna Hills, California, licensed in California (PA60566) and active in the NPI registry since November 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health, and is a graduate of Other (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558028373

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363AS0400X

Provider Legal NameMR. RICHARD MICHAEL VELA JR.Credential: PA-C

Location Address23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 405Laguna Hills, CA 92653-3683

Mailing Address17322 Almelo LnHuntington Beach, CA 92649-4621 · (949) 812-8055

Phone(949) 588-5800

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020

Enumeration DateNovember 29, 2021

Last NPPES UpdateApril 12, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 12, 2022

✔ NPI 1558028373 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · SurgicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363AS0400X

License✔ Licensed in CA · PA60566

Also ListedPhysician AssistantTaxonomy 363A00000X · License PA60566 (CA)

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 405, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

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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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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Richard Michael Vela Jr. 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 ID4385021427

PECOS Enrollment IDI20251217000710

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 13

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.

Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment 63048

This procedure involves the partial removal of a bone in your spine to alleviate pressure on your spinal cord or nerves. It may be performed on multiple spine segments depending on your condition. The aim is to improve mobility and reduce pain or discomfort.

46 services26 patients

Release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, single segment 63056

This procedure involves freeing the lower spinal cord or nerves from any compression in a single segment. It can alleviate pain or discomfort, improve mobility, and enhance overall quality of life. This is performed by a skilled surgeon under anesthesia.

35 services30 patients

Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord or nerves and/or removal of disc 63030

This procedure involves partially removing a spine bone, which may help to alleviate pressure on the lower spinal cord or nerves. It can also include disc removal. This can reduce pain and improve mobility. It's a common treatment for certain back conditions.

33 services29 patients

Fusion of additional segment of spine 22614

Fusion of an additional segment of the spine is a surgical procedure to join two or more vertebrae together. This is done to stabilize the spine and reduce pain or correct a deformity. The procedure involves using bone grafts, rods, or screws to secure the spine.

32 services19 patients

Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment 63047

This procedure involves removing part of a spine bone to alleviate pressure on the lower spinal cord and/or nerves. It targets a single segment of the spine, improving mobility and reducing pain. It's a common treatment for conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.

32 services27 patients

Incision or removal of lower spine bone segment 22214

This procedure involves making a small incision in the lower back to access the spine. A segment of bone may be removed to relieve pressure on nerves, improve mobility, or treat conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis. Recovery varies, but physical therapy may follow.

31 services29 patients

Incision or removal of spine bone segment, each additional segment 22216

This procedure involves making an incision to remove a portion of the spine bone, often to alleviate pressure or pain. If more segments need to be removed, the process is repeated for each additional segment. This is done under general anesthesia.

29 services27 patients

Release of middle or lower spinal cord and/or nerves, single segment 63057

This procedure involves relieving pressure on the middle or lower spinal cord or nerves. A single section of the spine is focused on. It can help reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall quality of life.

27 services25 patients

Removal of lower spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, lateral extra cavitary approach, single segment 63102

This procedure involves removing a portion of your lower spine bone to relieve pressure on your spinal cord or nerves. It's performed from the side in a method called the lateral extra cavitary approach, targeting a single spinal segment.

27 services25 patients

Fusion of spine in lower back 22612

Fusion of the spine in the lower back, also known as lumbar spinal fusion, is a surgery aimed to join, or fuse, two or more vertebrae in your lower back. This procedure can help alleviate pain and improve stability by reducing movement between the vertebrae.

23 services19 patients

Exploration of spine fusion 22830

Exploration of spine fusion is a procedure to examine a previously performed spinal fusion surgery. The process checks the success of the fusion or finds potential issues, such as hardware failure or non-union of the fused vertebrae. It's a diagnostic tool to ensure healing.

14 services14 patients

Harvest of bone fragment for spine bone graft 20937

A harvest of a bone fragment for a spine bone graft is a procedure where a small piece of bone is taken from another part of your body. This bone is then used to help repair or strengthen areas in your spine that may be damaged or weak.

13 services13 patients

Removal of stabilizing device from back of spine 22850

The procedure involves the careful removal of a device from the back of your spine that was previously placed to provide stability. This is typically done under anesthesia and involves making a small incision to access and remove the device. The goal is to restore your spine's natural function while minimizing discomfort.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number340113

Location1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203 · Mecklenburg County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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