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DR. THOMAS W ELA M.D.
NPI 1831184795
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Fullerton, CA

Active since September 16, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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CMS Quality Rating
2282 N STATE COLLEGE BLVD, FULLERTON, CA 92831(714) 780-9770(714) 780-9773 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 26, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Thomas W Ela M.d. NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS W ELA M.D. (NPI 1831184795) is an individual neurology provider in Fullerton, California, licensed in California (G65793) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831184795
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS W ELACredential: M.D.
Location Address2282 N STATE COLLEGE BLVDFullerton, CA 92831-1362
Mailing AddressPo Box 2666Seal Beach, CA 90740-1666 · (714) 780-9770 · Fax (714) 780-9773
Phone(714) 780-9770
Fax(714) 780-9773
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateSeptember 16, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 26, 2019
✔ NPI 1831184795 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 · G65793
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.
2282 N STATE COLLEGE BLVD, Fullerton, CA 92831
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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. Thomas W Ela M.d. 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 ID3678519519
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100802000718
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 7

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.
393 services169 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.
79 services79 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.
36 services34 patients
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.
35 services19 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.
27 services13 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.
26 services26 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92831 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.

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.

0/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

MIAO YU
Nurse Practitioner
2282 N STATE COLLEGE BLVD
FULLERTON, CA 92831
Orange County (657) 378-9888
THOMAS W. ELA, M.D., INC.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2282 N STATE COLLEGE BLVD
FULLERTON, CA 92831
Orange County (714) 780-9770

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 Thomas Ela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Ela is 1831184795. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 16, 2005.

Where is Thomas Ela located?

Thomas Ela practices at 2282 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831. The listed phone number is (714) 780-9770.

What is Thomas Ela's specialty?

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

Is Thomas Ela enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Ela 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 Thomas Ela was last updated on February 26, 2019. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.