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DR. MARIA GERALDINA FUENTES M.D.
NPI 1811070261
Internal Medicine in Chula Vista, CA

Active since October 21, 2006PECOS Enrolled
717 3RD AVE, CHULA VISTA, CA 91910(619) 941-1545(619) 941-1558 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 22, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Maria Geraldina Fuentes M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MARIA GERALDINA FUENTES M.D. (NPI 1811070261) is an individual internal medicine provider in Chula Vista, California, licensed in California (A83896) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Tulane University School Of Medicine (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811070261
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MARIA GERALDINA FUENTESCredential: M.D.
Location Address717 3RD AVEChula Vista, CA 91910-5803
Mailing Address717 3rd AveChula Vista, CA 91910-5803 · (619) 941-1545 · Fax (619) 941-1558
Phone(619) 941-1545
Fax(619) 941-1558
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateOctober 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 22, 2014
✔ NPI 1811070261 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A83896
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
717 3RD AVE, Chula Vista, CA 91910
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PINFD838ACA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Maria Geraldina Fuentes M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4183692536
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040922001176
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 Maria Fuentes reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Maria Geraldina Fuentes MD Inc
Same address
Family Medicine
717 3RD AVE
Chula Vista, CA 91910
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Maria G. Fuentes MD, Inc
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1508153297 (619) 941-1545
Centro De Salud De La Comunidad De San Ysidro, Inc.
0.1 mi
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
678 3RD AVE
Chula Vista, CA 91910
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 577 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1326486861 (619) 662-4100

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 4

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.

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
51 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.
37 services17 patients
Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg J3420
This is a procedure where a small dose of Vitamin B-12, also known as Cyanocobalamin, is injected into your body. This vitamin is essential for nerve function and the production of red blood cells. It's often used to treat vitamin B-12 deficiency.
28 services16 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
22 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91910 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers12 claims40 services$6.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

MARIA GERALDINA FUENTES MD INC
Family Medicine
717 3RD AVE
CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
San Diego County (619) 941-1545

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 Maria Fuentes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria Fuentes is 1811070261. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 21, 2006.

Where is Maria Fuentes located?

Maria Fuentes practices at 717 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910. The listed phone number is (619) 941-1545.

What is Maria Fuentes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Maria Fuentes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Maria Fuentes is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Maria Fuentes's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Maria Fuentes reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Maria Geraldina Fuentes MD Inc (Chula Vista, CA) and Centro De Salud De La Comunidad De San Ysidro, Inc. (Chula Vista, 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 Maria Fuentes'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 Maria Fuentes was last updated on May 22, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.