SAM SAFAEE PA-C
NPI 1609172030
Physician Assistant in Santa Maria, CA

Active since February 02, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
201 S MILLER ST STE 103, SANTA MARIA, CA 93454(805) 314-2175(805) 314-2219 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 22, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 18, 2024, Aug 31, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Sam Safaee Pa-c NPPES

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

SAM SAFAEE PA-C (NPI 1609172030) is an individual physician assistant in Santa Maria, California, licensed in California (PA21412) and active in the NPI registry since February 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Atascadero, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609172030
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameSAM SAFAEECredential: PA-C
Location Address201 S MILLER ST STE 103Santa Maria, CA 93454-5248
Mailing Address201 S Miller St Ste 103Santa Maria, CA 93454-5248 · (805) 314-2175 · Fax (805) 314-2219
Fax(805) 314-2219
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateFebruary 2, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMay 22, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 22, 2024
NPI 1609172030 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in CA · PA21412
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X · License PA21412 (CA)
201 S MILLER ST STE 103, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 15750 Traffic WayAtascadero, CA 93422-7204 · Phone (855) 378-3361

Other Identifiers 2

Other12317742CA · Caqh Provider Number
OtherPA21412CA · Physician Assistant Committee License

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

Sam Safaee Pa-c 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 ID1951589944
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110622000021
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 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.

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
194 services98 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
140 services68 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
36 services36 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.
31 services21 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
31 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93454 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
$94.71 typical visit price
range $62.01 – $184.40
Typical copayment $23.67 (range $15.50 – $46.10)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$76.76 typical visit price
range $20.60 – $151.20
Typical copayment $19.19 (range $5.15 – $37.80)
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 8

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
201 S MILLER ST STE 103
SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
Counselor (Mental Health)
201 S MILLER ST STE 103
SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
Marriage & Family Therapist
201 S MILLER ST STE 103
SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
Counselor (Mental Health)
201 S MILLER ST STE 103
SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
Social Worker (Clinical)
201 S MILLER ST STE 103
SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
Counselor (Professional)
201 S MILLER ST STE 103
SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
Social Worker (Clinical)
201 S MILLER ST STE 103
SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
201 S MILLER ST STE 103
SANTA MARIA, CA 93454

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 Sam Safaee's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sam Safaee is 1609172030. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 2, 2011.

Where is Sam Safaee located?

Sam Safaee practices at 201 S Miller St Ste 103, Santa Maria, CA 93454. The listed phone number is (805) 314-2175.

What is Sam Safaee's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Sam Safaee enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sam Safaee 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 Sam Safaee accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Sam Safaee 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 Sam Safaee was last updated on May 22, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.