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DR. CAROLYN BLYTHE DRAKE M.D.
NPI 1609222710
Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, CA

Active since May 06, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
84.47/100
CMS Quality Rating
8723 ALDEN DR STE 290, LOS ANGELES, CA 90048(310) 423-2811(310) 423-7485 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 11, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 11, 2026, May 3, 2023, Jan 2, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Carolyn Blythe Drake M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CAROLYN BLYTHE DRAKE M.D. (NPI 1609222710) is an individual internal medicine provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (C207305) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospitals, and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609222710
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CAROLYN BLYTHE DRAKECredential: M.D.
Location Address8723 ALDEN DR STE 290Los Angeles, CA 90048-3692
Mailing Address4140 W 190th StTorrance, CA 90504-5513
Phone(310) 423-2811
Fax(310) 423-7485
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMay 6, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 11, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 11, 2026
✔ NPI 1609222710 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · C207305✔ Licensed in NY · 290693
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 290693 (NY)
8723 ALDEN DR STE 290, Los Angeles, CA 90048
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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. Carolyn Blythe Drake M.d. 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 ID1153616446
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221214000363
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.
171 services97 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
71 services69 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.
45 services23 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.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Nyu Langone Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330214
Location550 First AvenueNew York, NY 10016 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90048 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

84.47/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality93.33
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.91

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

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

YELBA MARIAHELI CASTELLON-LOPEZ M.D.
Family Medicine
8723 ALDEN DR STE 290
LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-4683
JAMES L. KIRKLAND M.D.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
8723 ALDEN DR STE 290
LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-3870
CEDARS-SINAI MEDICAL CENTER
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
8723 ALDEN DR STE 290
LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-3870
PRISCILLA PHAN DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
8723 ALDEN DR STE 290
LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 385-3228
DENNIS HAO CHEN MD
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
8723 ALDEN DR STE 290
LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-3277
JACQUELINE MARIE DEIRMENJIAN MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
8723 ALDEN DR STE 290
LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-3870
MICHELLE KOH
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
8723 ALDEN DR STE 290
LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-3870
DANIEL MYUNG KIM MD
Internal Medicine
8723 ALDEN DR STE 290
LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-2811

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 Carolyn Drake's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carolyn Drake is 1609222710. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 6, 2016.

Where is Carolyn Drake located?

Carolyn Drake practices at 8723 Alden Dr Ste 290, Los Angeles, CA 90048. The listed phone number is (310) 423-2811.

What is Carolyn Drake's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Carolyn Drake enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carolyn Drake 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.

Is Carolyn Drake affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carolyn Drake is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospitals.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carolyn Drake was last updated on August 11, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 24 days 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.