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DR. CARA ALESSANDRA CIPRIANO MD
NPI 1578725537
Orthopaedic Surgery in Philadelphia, PA

Active since June 30, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.48/100
CMS Quality Rating
3400 SPRUCE STREET, 2 SILVERSTEIN BUILDING, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104(215) 662-3340(215) 349-5928 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 18, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 18, 2022, Nov 14, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Cara Alessandra Cipriano Md NPPES

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

DR. CARA ALESSANDRA CIPRIANO MD (NPI 1578725537) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD474010) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578725537
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CARA ALESSANDRA CIPRIANOCredential: MD
Location Address3400 SPRUCE STREET, 2 SILVERSTEIN BUILDINGPhiladelphia, PA 19104-4206
Mailing Address3400 Spruce Street, 2 Silverstein BuildingPhiladelphia, PA 19104-4206 · (215) 662-3340 · Fax (215) 349-5928
Phone(215) 662-3340
Fax(215) 349-5928
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJune 30, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 18, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 18, 2022
✔ NPI 1578725537 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD474010
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
3400 SPRUCE STREET, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Other Identifiers 2

MedicaidENROLLEDIL
Medicaid1578725537MO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.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. Cara Alessandra Cipriano 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 ID9032357959
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210714002295
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 11

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.
59 services50 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 services29 patients
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.
31 services27 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.
28 services28 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
24 services23 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.
24 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390111
Location34th & Spruce StsPhiladelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390223
Location51 North 39th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services

Pennsylvania Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390226
Location800 Spruce StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19107 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19104 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
$92.69 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $23.17 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$74.47 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $18.61 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
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.

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.

85.48/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.6
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

SARAH KUMAR M.D.
Anesthesiology (Critical Care Medicine)
3400 SPRUCE STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 349-8310
RYAN MCCLINTOCK MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3400 SPRUCE STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-3000
ADRIAN W ONG MD
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
3400 SPRUCE STREET, 2 DULLES
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-7320
MATHEW N BESHARA MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
3400 SPRUCE STREET, 5 PENN TOWER
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-6035
JILL E LANGER MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3400 SPRUCE STREET, GROUND FLOOR DULLES
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-7012
BERNADETTE C WHEELER MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
3400 SPRUCE STREET, 1 WEST GATES
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-2730
EDWARD T DICKINSON MD
Emergency Medicine
3400 SPRUCE STREET, GROUND SILVERSTEIN BLDG
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-6698
WENDY RACHEL GALPERN MD, PHD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
3400 SPRUCE STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-2219

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 Cara Cipriano's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cara Cipriano is 1578725537. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 30, 2008.

Where is Cara Cipriano located?

Cara Cipriano practices at 3400 Spruce Street 2 Silverstein Building, Philadelphia, PA 19104. The listed phone number is (215) 662-3340.

What is Cara Cipriano's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Cara Cipriano enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cara Cipriano 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 Cara Cipriano accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Cara Cipriano 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 Cara Cipriano affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cara Cipriano is affiliated with Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Pennsylvania Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cara Cipriano was last updated on February 18, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.