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DR. HELENA M. GUARDA M.D.
NPI 1679651772
Plastic Surgery in Suffolk, VA

Active since November 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5131 RIVER CLUB DR STE 110, SUFFOLK, VA 23435(757) 483-6550(757) 483-6555 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 5, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: May 5, 2020, Apr 15, 2020, Feb 13, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Helena M. Guarda M.d. NPPES

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

DR. HELENA M. GUARDA M.D. (NPI 1679651772) is an individual plastic surgery provider in Suffolk, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101231360) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679651772
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208200000X
Provider Legal NameDR. HELENA M. GUARDACredential: M.D.
Location Address5131 RIVER CLUB DR STE 110Suffolk, VA 23435-3846
Mailing Address5131 River Club Dr Ste 110Suffolk, VA 23435-3846 · (757) 483-6550 · Fax (757) 483-6555
Phone(757) 483-6550
Fax(757) 483-6555
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateNovember 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 5, 20204 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 5, 2020
✔ NPI 1679651772 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208200000X
License✔ Licensed in VA · 0101231360
Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 0101231360 (VA)
5131 RIVER CLUB DR STE 110, Suffolk, VA 23435
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid6901905VA

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. Helena M. Guarda 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 ID2860567286
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080820000290
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 3

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 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.
83 services57 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
17 services17 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portsmouth, VA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490017
Location3636 High StreetPortsmouth, VA 23707 · Portsmouth City County
Emergency services

Sentara Obici Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Suffolk, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number490044
Location2800 Godwin BoulevardSuffolk, VA 23439 · Suffolk City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 23435 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
$86.88 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.72 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.08 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $17.52 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
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

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

PLASTIC SURGERY SPECIALIST OF VIRGINIA, INC.
Plastic Surgery
5131 RIVER CLUB DR STE 110
SUFFOLK, VA 23435
Suffolk City (757) 483-6550

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 Helena Guarda's NPI number?

The NPI number for Helena Guarda is 1679651772. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 2, 2006.

Where is Helena Guarda located?

Helena Guarda practices at 5131 River Club Dr Ste 110, Suffolk, VA 23435. The listed phone number is (757) 483-6550.

What is Helena Guarda's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is Helena Guarda enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Helena Guarda 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 Helena Guarda affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Helena Guarda is affiliated with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center and Sentara Obici Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Helena Guarda was last updated on May 5, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.