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MARIA DESCARTES
NPI 1841233988
Medical Genetics - Clinical Genetics (M.D.) in Fort Myers, FL

Active since June 14, 2006PECOS Enrolled
99.93/100
CMS Quality Rating
16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215, FORT MYERS, FL 33908(239) 468-0210(239) 343-4236 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 20, 2022, Aug 17, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Maria Descartes NPPES

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

MARIA DESCARTES (NPI 1841233988) is an individual clinical genetics (m.d.) provider in Fort Myers, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME146864) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in Birmingham.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841233988
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207SG0201X
Provider Legal NameMARIA DESCARTES
Location Address16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215Fort Myers, FL 33908-5769
Mailing AddressPo Box 2147Fort Myers, FL 33902-2147 · (394) 680-2102 · Fax (239) 343-4236
Phone(239) 468-0210
Fax(239) 343-4236
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJune 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 15, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 15, 2024
✔ NPI 1841233988 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyMedical Genetics · Clinical Genetics (M.D.)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207SG0201X
Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME146864✔ Licensed in AL · 16208
Definition
A clinical geneticist demonstrates competence in providing comprehensive diagnostic, management and counseling services for genetic disorders.
16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215, Fort Myers, FL 33908
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11201 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205-3423 · Phone (205) 930-7100

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid111406800FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Maria Descartes is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Descartes reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Lee Memorial Health System
2.5 mi
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
9800 S HEALTHPARK DR STE 110
Fort Myers, FL 33908
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 1,345 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770165920 (239) 343-6050
Lee Health System Inc
2.7 mi
Internal Medicine
9981 S HEALTHPARK DR
Fort Myers, FL 33908
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 1,899 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1942058557 (239) 424-1500

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 2

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
44 services44 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
15 services15 patients

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.

99.93/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.3
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

ERIC ALLEN DEAN
Pediatrics (Pediatric Gastroenterology)
16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215
FORT MYERS, FL 33908
Lee County (239) 343-7474
DR. DAMIAN MAXWELL M.D.
Surgery (Pediatric Surgery)
16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215
FORT MYERS, FL 33908
Lee County (239) 343-6050
FRANK L RIMELL MD
Otolaryngology
16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215
FORT MYERS, FL 33908
Lee County (239) 343-7474
DR. PASQUALE CASALE M.D.
Urology (Pediatric Urology)
16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215
FORT MYERS, FL 33908
Lee County (239) 343-7474
JAMES MICHAEL ELMORE M.D.
Urology (Pediatric Urology)
16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215
FORT MYERS, FL 33908
Lee County (239) 343-7474
JOSIE O'TOOLE NP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215
FORT MYERS, FL 33908
Lee County (239) 343-7474
LEE MEMORIAL HEALTH SYSTEM
Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215
FORT MYERS, FL 33908
Lee County (239) 343-6050
DR. CHRISTINE ARMINDA FORDHAM M.D.
Otolaryngology (Pediatric Otolaryngology)
16230 SUMMERLIN RD STE 215
FORT MYERS, FL 33908
Lee County (239) 343-6050

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 Descartes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria Descartes is 1841233988. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2006.

Where is Maria Descartes located?

Maria Descartes practices at 16230 Summerlin Rd Ste 215, Fort Myers, FL 33908. The listed phone number is (239) 468-0210.

What is Maria Descartes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Medical Genetics, specializing in Clinical Genetics (M.D.), with taxonomy code 207SG0201X.

Is Maria Descartes enrolled in Medicare?

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

Which organizations bill Medicare for Maria Descartes's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Maria Descartes reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Lee Memorial Health System (Fort Myers, FL) and Lee Health System Inc (Fort Myers, FL). 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 Descartes's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Maria Descartes accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 2 other insurers list Maria Descartes as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Maria Descartes was last updated on October 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.