VERNA RUTH PORTER MD
NPI 1730107012
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Santa Monica, CA

Q: What is Verna Porter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Verna Porter is 1730107012. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2006.

Q: What is Verna Porter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Verna Porter was last updated on April 19, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.

Active since July 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1301 20TH ST STE 150, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404(310) 582-7641(310) 315-4069 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 19, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 19, 2021, Aug 24, 2020, Jan 23, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Verna Ruth Porter Md NPPES

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

VERNA RUTH PORTER MD (NPI 1730107012) is an individual neurology provider in Santa Monica, California, licensed in California (A55356) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Emory University School Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730107012

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X

Provider Legal NameVERNA RUTH PORTERCredential: MD

Location Address1301 20TH ST STE 150Santa Monica, CA 90404

Mailing AddressPo Box 202Liberty Lake, WA 99019-0202 · (866) 747-2455

Phone(310) 582-7641

Fax(310) 315-4069

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSEmory University School Of MedicineGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateApril 19, 20215 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 19, 2021

✔ NPI 1730107012 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084N0400X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A55356

Definition

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

1301 20TH ST STE 150, Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00A553560CA

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

Verna Ruth Porter 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 ID7214928589

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050606001226

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 5

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 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.

607 services331 patients

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212

This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.

396 services249 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.

200 services200 patients

Assessment of and care planning for patient with impaired thought processing, typically 60 minutes 99483

This service involves a thorough evaluation of your thought processes, which may be impacting your daily life. In a typical 50-minute session, a healthcare professional will assess your cognitive abilities, identify any areas of concern, and develop a personalized care plan to help improve your mental function.

61 services55 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.

20 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90404 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

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