PUJA PATEL
NPI 1689162414
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in San Diego, CA

Active since April 26, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 W ARBOR DR, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103(800) 926-8273(888) 539-8781 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 20, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2023, Jun 12, 2023, Apr 26, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Puja Patel NPPES

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

PUJA PATEL (NPI 1689162414) is an individual rheumatology provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (20A21030) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in La Jolla, and is a graduate of Lincoln Memorial University Medical Department (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689162414
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NamePUJA PATEL
Location Address200 W ARBOR DRSan Diego, CA 92103-9000
Mailing AddressPo Box 232410San Diego, CA 92193-2410 · (800) 926-8273
Fax(888) 539-8781
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLincoln Memorial University Medical DepartmentGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 26, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 21, 2023
NPI 1689162414 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License Licensed in CA · 20A21030
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
200 W ARBOR DR, San Diego, CA 92103

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 19500 Gilman DrLA Jolla, CA 92093-5004 · Phone (858) 657-7000

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

Puja Patel 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 ID9234486077
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230804000596
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 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.
142 services75 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.
94 services94 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.
29 services28 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92103 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
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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 20

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

Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Hospice, Inpatient
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Anesthesiology
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103

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 Puja Patel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Puja Patel is 1689162414. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 26, 2018.

Where is Puja Patel located?

Puja Patel practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103. The listed phone number is (800) 926-8273.

What is Puja Patel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Puja Patel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Puja Patel 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Puja Patel was last updated on July 21, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.