DR. KARA JIHEA CHOI MD
NPI 1619136017
Family Medicine in Lafayette, CO

Active since June 02, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD STE 110, LAFAYETTE, CO 80026(303) 415-4355(303) 666-1982 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 29, 2022, Jul 29, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Kara Jihea Choi Md NPPES

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

DR. KARA JIHEA CHOI MD (NPI 1619136017) is an individual family medicine provider in Lafayette, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (DR.0067824) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Westfield, and is a graduate of University Of Maryland School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619136017
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KARA JIHEA CHOICredential: MD
Location Address1000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD STE 110Lafayette, CO 80026-2753
Mailing AddressPo Box 9049Boulder, CO 80301-9049 · (303) 415-4101 · Fax (303) 415-4768
Fax(303) 666-1982
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 2, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 29, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 29, 2022
✔ NPI 1619136017 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CO · DR.0067824✔ Licensed in PA · MT192347✔ Licensed in DC · MD040308✔ Licensed in MA · 260889
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD STE 110, Lafayette, CO 80026

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 157 Union St Ste 201Westfield, MA 01085-4224 · Phone (413) 572-6050 · Fax (413) 568-1070

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Kara Jihea Choi 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 ID8022270875
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220616001681
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Kara Choi reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Medical Specialty
1000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD STE 110B
Lafayette, CO 80026
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 283 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.
200 services117 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.
56 services36 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
53 services53 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.
30 services26 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
23 services23 patients
Annual wellness visit; includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), initial visit G0438
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your doctor to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's an opportunity to discuss your health status and goals and get a plan tailored for you.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80026 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
$89.43 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$102.03 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $25.50 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

Family Medicine
1000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD STE 110
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Family Medicine
1000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD STE 110
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Clinical Nurse Specialist
1000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD STE 110
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
1000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD STE 110
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD STE 110
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD STE 110
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026

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 Kara Choi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kara Choi is 1619136017. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 2, 2008.

Where is Kara Choi located?

Kara Choi practices at 1000 W South Boulder Rd Ste 110, Lafayette, CO 80026. The listed phone number is (303) 415-4355.

What is Kara Choi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Kara Choi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kara Choi 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Kara Choi's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kara Choi reassigns Medicare benefits to Boulder Community Health (Lafayette, CO). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Kara Choi's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Kara Choi accept?

Health plans from Select Health and Taro Health list Kara Choi 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 Kara Choi was last updated on September 29, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.