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CARY S KAUFMAN MD
NPI 1841290947
Surgery - Surgical Oncology in Bellingham, WA

Active since July 29, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.15/100
CMS Quality Rating
2075 BARKLEY BLVD STE 250, BELLINGHAM, WA 98226(360) 671-9877(360) 733-2882 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Cary S Kaufman Md NPPES

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

CARY S KAUFMAN MD (NPI 1841290947) is an individual surgical oncology provider in Bellingham, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00014269) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine (1973).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841290947
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086X0206X
Provider Legal NameCARY S KAUFMANCredential: MD
Location Address2075 BARKLEY BLVD STE 250Bellingham, WA 98226-6614
Mailing Address2075 Barkley Blvd Ste 250Bellingham, WA 98226-6614 · (360) 671-9877 · Fax (360) 733-2882
Phone(360) 671-9877
Fax(360) 733-2882
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Geffen School Of MedicineGraduated 1973
Enumeration DateJuly 29, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 2020
NPPES CertifiedApril 7, 2020
✔ NPI 1841290947 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086X0206X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00014269
Definition
A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License MD00014269 (WA)
2075 BARKLEY BLVD STE 250, Bellingham, WA 98226
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Other Identifiers 3

Other50394WA · Dept Of Labor Industries
Other8923151WA · Crime Victims
Medicaid1087766WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

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

Cary S Kaufman 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 ID4284720145
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100916001051
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 8

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 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.
91 services48 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.
40 services40 patients
Partial removal of breast 19301
A partial removal of the breast, also known as a lumpectomy, involves taking out a portion of the breast tissue to eliminate concerning cells. It's typically performed when the problem area is limited in size. This procedure helps to preserve most of the breast's appearance while aiming to remove all the unhealthy cells.
35 services34 patients
Ultrasonic guidance during surgery 76998
Ultrasonic guidance during surgery is a technique that uses sound waves to create real-time images of the inside of your body. This helps the surgeon navigate and perform procedures more accurately, reducing the risk of complications. It's like a GPS for your body's internal structures.
34 services34 patients
Limited ultrasound scan of 1 breast 76642
A limited ultrasound scan of one breast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses sound waves to create pictures of the inside of your breast. It helps identify any unusual growths or changes. It's safe, quick, and typically painless.
27 services26 patients
Repair of wound by transferring skin, 30.1-60.0 sq cm 14301
This procedure involves repairing a wound by moving healthy skin from one area of the body to the wound site. The transferred skin, measuring between 30.1-60.0 square cm, aids in healing and reduces scarring.
19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98226 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
$172.80 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $43.20 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

97.15/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality96.69
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost86.57

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.

Breast prosthesis, mastectomy bra, without integrated breast prosthesis form, any size, any type L8000
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier15 claims22 services$34.16 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.

LESLIE JACOBSON LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
2075 BARKLEY BLVD STE 250
BELLINGHAM, WA 98226
Whatcom County (360) 224-0103

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 Cary Kaufman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cary Kaufman is 1841290947. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 29, 2005.

Where is Cary Kaufman located?

Cary Kaufman practices at 2075 Barkley Blvd Ste 250, Bellingham, WA 98226. The listed phone number is (360) 671-9877.

What is Cary Kaufman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Oncology, with taxonomy code 2086X0206X.

Is Cary Kaufman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cary Kaufman 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.

What insurance does Cary Kaufman accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Cary Kaufman 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 Cary Kaufman was last updated on April 7, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.