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AMANDA VELAZQUEZ MD
NPI 1689014466
Internal Medicine - Obesity Medicine in Los Angeles, CA

Active since June 26, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.67/100
CMS Quality Rating
8635 W 3RD ST STE 650W, LOS ANGELES, CA 90048(310) 423-8350(310) 423-1755 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 6, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: May 6, 2022, Nov 29, 2021, Jan 26, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Amanda Velazquez Md NPPES

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

AMANDA VELAZQUEZ MD (NPI 1689014466) is an individual obesity medicine provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (A149502) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Boston, and is a graduate of Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689014466
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RB0002X
Provider Legal NameAMANDA VELAZQUEZCredential: MD
Location Address8635 W 3RD ST STE 650WLos Angeles, CA 90048-6101
Mailing Address4140 W 190th StTorrance, CA 90504-5513
Phone(310) 423-8350
Fax(310) 423-1755
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSouthern Illinois University School Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateJune 26, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateMay 6, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 6, 2022
✔ NPI 1689014466 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Obesity MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RB0002X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A149502
Definition
An internal medicine physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 1689014466 (MA)
8635 W 3RD ST STE 650W, Los Angeles, CA 90048
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 188 E Newton St, Robinson 4400Boston, MA 02118-2308 · Phone (617) 638-8641

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Amanda Velazquez 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 ID5496995300
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170912002689
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Amanda Velazquez reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
0.2 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
8700 BEVERLY BLVD
Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,001 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1639172372 (323) 866-8600
Southern California Permanente Medical Group
2.5 mi
Health Maintenance Organization
6041 CADILLAC AVE
Los Angeles, CA 90034
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 13,921 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1043242563 (323) 857-2000

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 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 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.
44 services37 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.
29 services19 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
27 services27 patients

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.

87.67/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality80.86
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.42

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 Amanda Velazquez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amanda Velazquez is 1689014466. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 26, 2013.

Where is Amanda Velazquez located?

Amanda Velazquez practices at 8635 W 3rd St Ste 650W, Los Angeles, CA 90048. The listed phone number is (310) 423-8350.

What is Amanda Velazquez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Obesity Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RB0002X.

Is Amanda Velazquez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Amanda Velazquez 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 organizations bill Medicare for Amanda Velazquez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Amanda Velazquez reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (Los Angeles, CA) and Southern California Permanente Medical Group (Los Angeles, CA). Each 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 Amanda Velazquez's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Amanda Velazquez was last updated on May 6, 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.