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DR. AARON MORITA M.D., F.A.C.P.
NPI 1568405058
Internal Medicine in Hilo, HI

Active since June 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 12D0688878 · Microscopy
94.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
670 PONAHAWAI ST, STE 223, HILO, HI 96720(808) 935-5411(808) 935-5413 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 20, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Aaron Morita M.d., F.a.c.p. NPPES

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

DR. AARON MORITA M.D., F.A.C.P. (NPI 1568405058) is an individual internal medicine provider in Hilo, Hawaii, licensed in Hawaii (4969) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Microscopy certificate valid through August 31, 2026, and is a graduate of University Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of Medicine (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568405058
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. AARON MORITACredential: M.D., F.A.C.P.
Location Address670 PONAHAWAI ST, STE 223Hilo, HI 96720-7829
Mailing Address670 Ponahawai St, Ste 223Hilo, HI 96720-7829 · (808) 935-5411
Phone(808) 935-5411
Fax(808) 935-5413
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of MedicineGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateJune 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 20, 2018
✔ NPI 1568405058 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in HI · 4969
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
670 PONAHAWAI ST, Hilo, HI 96720
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Other Identifiers 3

OtherH0000BDSFLHI · Medicare Provider Id No.
Medicaid01669701HI
Other99-0287253Federal Employer Id No.

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Aaron Morita M.d., F.a.c.p. 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 ID547294720
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050927000455
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) 12D0688878

Aaron H Morita MD Facp Inc · Hilo, HI
Active · expires Aug 31, 2026
CLIA Number12D0688878
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateSeptember 1, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateAugust 31, 2026
Laboratory DirectorAaron H. Morita
Laboratory Phone(808) 935-5411
Laboratory LocationAaron H Morita MD Facp Inc670 Ponahawai St Suite 223, Hilo, HI 96720
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory in which a physician, midlevel practitioner or dentist performs no tests other than the microscopy procedures. This certificate permits the laboratory to also perform waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.
625 services236 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
170 services170 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.
119 services110 patients
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.
50 services37 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
37 services34 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.
36 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 96720 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
$136.68 typical visit price
range $60.53 – $180.05
Typical copayment $34.17 (range $15.13 – $45.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.65 typical visit price
range $20.09 – $147.56
Typical copayment $26.41 (range $5.02 – $36.89)
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.

94.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.28
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
88%186 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): Antiplatelet Therapy
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of coronary artery disease (CAD) seen within a 12 month period who were prescribed aspirin or clopidogrel
100%45 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Signed Opioid Treatment Agreement
All patients 18 and older prescribed opiates for longer than six weeks duration who signed an opioid treatment agreement at least once during Opioid Therapy documented in the medical record
100%21 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age
Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis
92%62 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$62.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers15 claims90 services$2.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

DR. FREDERICK ALAN NITTA M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
670 PONAHAWAI ST, SUITE 200
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 961-5922
MELANIE R ARAKAKI MD
Family Medicine
670 PONAHAWAI ST, STE 216 HILO FAMILY MEDICINE
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 934-8989
ROBERT D IRVINE, MD, INC
Clinic/Center (Medical Specialty)
670 PONAHAWAI ST, STE 115
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 935-5465
DR. PETER ARNOLD MATSUURA M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
670 PONAHAWAI ST, SUITE 214
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 969-3331
ISLAND UROLOGY HILO LLC
Urology
670 PONAHAWAI ST, SUITE 118
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 961-0151
CLINICAL PHARMACY CONSULTANTS
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
670 PONAHAWAI ST, SUITE 213
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 933-8555
J NOHEA KAAWALOA MD INC
Family Medicine
670 PONAHAWAI ST, SUITE 220
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 933-1120
JOHN F. PAOPAO, M.D., INC.
Specialist
670 PONAHAWAI ST
HILO, HI 96720
Hawaii County (808) 961-2808

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 Aaron Morita's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aaron Morita is 1568405058. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2006.

Where is Aaron Morita located?

Aaron Morita practices at 670 Ponahawai St Ste 223, Hilo, HI 96720. The listed phone number is (808) 935-5411.

What is Aaron Morita's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Aaron Morita enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Aaron Morita 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.

Does Aaron Morita hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) (number 12D0688878) is associated with this NPI, valid through August 31, 2026. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Aaron Morita accept?

Health plans from HMSA list Aaron Morita 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 Aaron Morita was last updated on March 20, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.