LAWRENCE CRANE MD
NPI 1730294653
Hospitalist in Palo Alto, CA

Active since August 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
795 EL CAMINO REAL, PALO ALTO, CA 94301(650) 321-4121 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 16, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 16, 2021, May 14, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Lawrence Crane Md NPPES

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

LAWRENCE CRANE MD (NPI 1730294653) is an individual hospitalist provider in Palo Alto, California, licensed in California (A75798) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Georgetown University School Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730294653
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameLAWRENCE CRANECredential: MD
Location Address795 EL CAMINO REALPalo Alto, CA 94301-2302
Mailing Address325 Distel CirLos Altos, CA 94022-1408
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateAugust 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 16, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 16, 2021
NPI 1730294653 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License Licensed in CA · A75798
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License A75798 (CA)
795 EL CAMINO REAL, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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

Lawrence Crane 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 ID2466526322
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080811000582
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 6

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
168 services85 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
62 services62 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
47 services29 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
47 services47 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.
23 services16 patients
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.
19 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94301 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
$156.67 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $39.16 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$121.77 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $30.44 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
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 20

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

Dermatology
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Physical Therapist
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Dietitian, Registered
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Dermatology
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Obstetrics & Gynecology
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Family Medicine
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Pediatrics
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301

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 Lawrence Crane's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lawrence Crane is 1730294653. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 20, 2006.

Where is Lawrence Crane located?

Lawrence Crane practices at 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301. The listed phone number is (650) 321-4121.

What is Lawrence Crane's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Lawrence Crane enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lawrence Crane 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 Lawrence Crane was last updated on February 16, 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.