DR. CHITRA SAFAYA MD
NPI 1568624336
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in San Diego, CA

Active since July 01, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
52.05/100
CMS Quality Rating
6699 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 2308, SAN DIEGO, CA 92120(619) 462-9010(619) 287-8165 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Chitra Safaya Md NPPES

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

DR. CHITRA SAFAYA MD (NPI 1568624336) is an individual infectious disease provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A123589) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568624336
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHITRA SAFAYACredential: MD
Location Address6699 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 2308San Diego, CA 92120-5244
Mailing Address11835 Carmel Mountain Rd Ste 1304-167San Diego, CA 92128-4609 · (423) 227-5414
Fax(619) 287-8165
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateJuly 1, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJune 27, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJune 27, 2023
NPI 1568624336 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License Licensed in CA · A123589
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 125055076 (IL)
6699 ALVARADO RD, San Diego, CA 92120

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. Chitra Safaya 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 ID6901048263
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140520000243
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 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.
1,854 services422 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 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.
691 services295 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 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.
389 services340 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 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.
282 services250 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92120 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
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

52.05/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality67.17
Improvement Activities0
Cost50.6

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.

Podiatrist
6699 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 2201
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)
6699 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 2100
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
6699 ALVARADO RD, #2301
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
6699 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 2301
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
6699 ALVARADO RD, #2302
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Podiatrist
6699 ALVARADO RD, STE. 2201
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
6699 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 2308
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Family Medicine
6699 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 2100
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120

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 Chitra Safaya's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chitra Safaya is 1568624336. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 1, 2008.

Where is Chitra Safaya located?

Chitra Safaya practices at 6699 Alvarado Rd Suite 2308, San Diego, CA 92120. The listed phone number is (619) 462-9010.

What is Chitra Safaya's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Chitra Safaya enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chitra Safaya 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 Chitra Safaya was last updated on June 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.