LEE JAMES ZARELLA MA, CCC-A
NPI 1588612808
Audiologist in Tacoma, WA

Active since May 05, 2006Accepts Medicare Assignment
1608 S J ST FL 5, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 426-6731(253) 215-1094 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 19, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

About Lee James Zarella Ma, Ccc-a NPPES

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

LEE JAMES ZARELLA MA, CCC-A (NPI 1588612808) is an individual audiologist in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (LD00001211) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1588612808
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy231H00000X
Provider Legal NameLEE JAMES ZARELLACredential: MA, CCC-A
Location Address1608 S J ST FL 5Tacoma, WA 98405-4930
Mailing Address1608 S J St Fl 5Tacoma, WA 98405-4930 · (253) 426-6731 · Fax (253) 215-1094
Fax(253) 215-1094
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateMay 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 19, 2021
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 19, 2021
✔ NPI 1588612808 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAudiologistSpeech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Taxonomy Code231H00000X
License✔ Licensed in WA · LD00001211
Definition
(1) A specialist in evaluation, habilitation and rehabilitation of those whose communication disorders center in whole or in part in hearing function. Audiologists are autonomous professionals who identify, assess, and manage disorders of the auditory, balance and other neural systems. Audiologists provide audiological (aural) rehabilitation to children and adults across the entire age span. Audiologists select, fit and dispense amplification systems such as hearing aids and related devices. (2) An audiologist is a person qualified by a master's degree in audiology, licensed by the state, where applicable, and practicing within the scope of that license. Audiologists evaluate and treat patients with impaired hearing. They plan, direct and conduct rehabilitative programs with audiotry substitutional devises (hearing aids) and other therapy.
1608 S J ST FL 5, Tacoma, WA 98405

Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid1044829WA
Other0208481WA · State L&i
Other8941431WA · State Crime Victims
Other0208483WA · State L&i
Other223217WA · State L&i

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

Lee James Zarella Ma, Ccc-a 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 ID4688686603
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060612000182

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test 92557
A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.
374 services363 patients
Test to assess middle ear function 92567
A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
333 services327 patients
Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of repeated sounds with interpretation and report 92588
This procedure involves placing a probe in your ear to measure how it responds to repeated sounds. The data is then interpreted by a computer to assess your hearing health. The findings are compiled into a report for further evaluation.
58 services58 patients
Analysis and reprogramming of inner ear implant (7 years or older) 92604
An analysis and reprogramming of an inner ear implant involves checking the device's performance and adjusting its settings for optimal hearing. This non-invasive procedure helps ensure the implant continues to meet the patient's hearing needs.
28 services16 patients
Evaluation of hearing function related to surgically implanted hearing device, first hour 92626
This procedure assesses how well your surgically implanted hearing device is working. It involves a series of tests conducted over an hour to measure your hearing ability and device performance. It's a crucial step in ensuring your hearing health.
19 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98405 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
$57.27 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $14.31 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99202
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

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.

Audiologist
1608 S J ST FL 5
TACOMA, WA 98405
Physician Assistant
1608 S J ST FL 5
TACOMA, WA 98405
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1608 S J ST FL 5
TACOMA, WA 98405
Physician Assistant
1608 S J ST FL 5
TACOMA, WA 98405
Nurse Practitioner
1608 S J ST FL 5
TACOMA, WA 98405
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1608 S J ST FL 5
TACOMA, WA 98405
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1608 S J ST FL 5
TACOMA, WA 98405
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
1608 S J ST FL 5
TACOMA, WA 98405

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 Lee Zarella's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lee Zarella is 1588612808. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 5, 2006.

Where is Lee Zarella located?

Lee Zarella practices at 1608 S J St Fl 5, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 426-6731.

What is Lee Zarella's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Audiologist with taxonomy code 231H00000X.

Is Lee Zarella enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lee Zarella 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 Lee Zarella accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Lee Zarella 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 Lee Zarella was last updated on January 19, 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.