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DR. LUCA LA COLLA
NPI 1780068890
Anesthesiology in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since July 17, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
471 FIFTH AVE., PITTSBURGH, PA 15213(919) 681-3811 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 12, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 12, 2021, Mar 24, 2020, Jul 3, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Luca La Colla NPPES

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

DR. LUCA LA COLLA (NPI 1780068890) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in North Carolina (217778) and active in the NPI registry since July 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780068890
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LUCA LA COLLA
Location Address471 FIFTH AVE.Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Mailing Address3600 Forbes Avenue, Forbes Tower-plaza Level Suite 140Pittsburgh, PA 15213 · (919) 681-3811
Phone(919) 681-3811
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 12, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 12, 2021
✔ NPI 1780068890 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 217778
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
471 FIFTH AVE., Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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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. Luca La Colla 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 ID547554933
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210511001028
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.

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
65 services65 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.
44 services32 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent into thoracic vertebra using imaging guidance, single site 64461
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent into your thoracic vertebra, the mid-section of your spine. Using real-time imaging, the doctor accurately targets the exact location for the injection. This helps to alleviate pain or prepare you for surgery.
38 services38 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent into thoracic vertebra using imaging guidance, additional sites 64462
This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent into your thoracic vertebra. The doctor uses imaging technology for precise guidance. This helps to numb specific areas, reducing pain or discomfort. If needed, the process may be repeated at additional sites.
23 services23 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
21 services21 patients
Injection of substance into lower spine canal 62322
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, often for pain relief or diagnostic purposes. A needle is carefully inserted into the area, and the substance is then administered. It's generally safe and can provide valuable information about your spinal health.
20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390164
Location200 Lothrop StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

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.

77.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.61
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.4

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 Luca La Colla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Luca La Colla is 1780068890. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2015.

Where is Luca La Colla located?

Luca La Colla practices at 471 Fifth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213. The listed phone number is (919) 681-3811.

What is Luca La Colla's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Luca La Colla enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Luca La Colla 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 Luca La Colla affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Luca La Colla is affiliated with Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Luca La Colla was last updated on August 12, 2021. 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.