GEORGE A LOPEZ MD
NPI 1578588752
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurocritical Care in Seattle, WA

Active since July 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
500 17TH AVE, SEATTLE, WA 98122(206) 320-2800(206) 320-2827 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 20, 2021, Mar 4, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About George A Lopez Md NPPES

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

GEORGE A LOPEZ MD (NPI 1578588752) is an individual neurocritical care provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD61023900) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill, and maintains a secondary practice location in Seattle.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578588752
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084A2900X
Provider Legal NameGEORGE A LOPEZCredential: MD
Location Address500 17TH AVESeattle, WA 98122-5711
Mailing AddressPo Box 25608Salt Lake City, UT 84125-0608 · (206) 320-4476 · Fax (206) 568-7043
Fax(206) 320-2827
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJuly 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 20, 2021
NPI 1578588752 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · Neurocritical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084A2900X
License Licensed in WA · MD61023900
Definition
The medical subspecialty of Neurocritical Care is devoted to the comprehensive, multisystem care of the critically-ill neurological patient. Like other intensivists, the neurointensivist generally assumes the primary role for coordinating the care of his or her patients in the ICU, both the neurological and medical management of the patient. They may also provide consultative services for these patients as requested within the health system.
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyTaxonomy 2084N0400X · License MD61023900 (WA)
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Vascular NeurologyTaxonomy 2084V0102X · License MD61023900 (WA)
500 17TH AVE, Seattle, WA 98122

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1550 17th Ave Ste 400Seattle, WA 98122-5789 · Phone (206) 320-3278 · Fax (206) 386-3882

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1578588752WA

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

George A Lopez 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 ID9638172034
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200224000997
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 6

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 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.
119 services64 patients
Telephone, internet, or electronic health record assessment and management with written report by consulting physician, at least 5 minutes 99451
This service involves a consulting physician assessing your health condition via a phone or internet interaction. The doctor will spend at least 5 minutes discussing your health concerns. Afterwards, a written report summarizing the findings and recommendations will be provided for your reference.
86 services86 patients
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.
78 services46 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.
44 services44 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
27 services27 patients
Telehealth consultation, emergency department or initial inpatient, typically 50 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth G0426
A Telehealth consultation is a virtual medical appointment. In an emergency department or initial inpatient scenario, a healthcare professional interacts with you through a secured video call for about 50 minutes. It allows you to receive care without physically being in the hospital.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500025
Location500 17th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 · King County
Emergency services

Swedish Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500027
Location747 BroadwaySeattle, WA 98122 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Swedish Issaquah

Acute Care Hospitals · Issaquah, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500152
Location751 NE Blakely DrIssaquah, WA 98029 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Nurse Practitioner
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Hospitalist
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Speech-Language Pathologist
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Emergency Medicine
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Emergency Medicine
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Anesthesiology
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122

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 George Lopez's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Lopez is 1578588752. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 12, 2006.

Where is George Lopez located?

George Lopez practices at 500 17th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122. The listed phone number is (206) 320-2800.

What is George Lopez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurocritical Care, with taxonomy code 2084A2900X.

Is George Lopez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. George Lopez 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 George Lopez accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Moda Health Plan, Inc. and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list George Lopez 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 George Lopez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, George Lopez is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill, Swedish Medical Center and Swedish Issaquah.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for George Lopez was last updated on May 20, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.