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ELIZABETH A LIEN M.D.
NPI 1851489827
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Tacoma, WA

Active since October 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1624 SOUTH I STREET, SUITE 405, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 428-8700(253) 627-0714 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 1, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Elizabeth A Lien M.d. NPPES

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

ELIZABETH A LIEN M.D. (NPI 1851489827) is an individual infectious disease provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00040969) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Clare Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851489827
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameELIZABETH A LIENCredential: M.D.
Location Address1624 SOUTH I STREET, SUITE 405Tacoma, WA 98405-5094
Mailing Address1624 South I Street, Suite 305Tacoma, WA 98405-5093 · (253) 428-8700 · Fax (253) 383-3376
Phone(253) 428-8700
Fax(253) 627-0714
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateOctober 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 1, 2012
✔ NPI 1851489827 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00040969
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
1624 SOUTH I STREET, Tacoma, WA 98405
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedAB32075WA · Medicare
Medicaid8325169WA
Medicare UPING69973WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include 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

Elizabeth A Lien 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 ID547303869
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100208000676
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 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.

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.
133 services58 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.
70 services28 patients
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.
47 services47 patients
Telephone, internet, or electronic health record assessment and management with written report by consulting physician, at least 5 minutes 99451
This service involves a consulting physician assessing your health condition via a phone or internet interaction. The doctor will spend at least 5 minutes discussing your health concerns. Afterwards, a written report summarizing the findings and recommendations will be provided for your reference.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

St Clare Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lakewood, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500021
Location11315 Bridgeport Way S WLakewood, WA 98499 · Pierce County
Emergency services

St Joseph Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500108
Location1717 South J StreetTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Francis Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Federal Way, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500141
Location34515 9th Avenue SFederal Way, WA 98003 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Anthony Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gig Harbor, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500151
Location11567 Canterwood Boulevard NWGig Harbor, WA 98332 · Pierce County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98405 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

DAVID W MCENIRY M.D.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
1624 SOUTH I STREET, SUITE 405
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 428-8700
DR. JORGE M CHAVES M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1624 SOUTH I STREET, SUITE 102
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 383-3366
PETER K MARSH M.D.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
1624 SOUTH I STREET, SUITE 405
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 428-8700

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 Elizabeth Lien's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elizabeth Lien is 1851489827. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 11, 2006.

Where is Elizabeth Lien located?

Elizabeth Lien practices at 1624 South I Street Suite 405, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 428-8700.

What is Elizabeth Lien's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Elizabeth Lien enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elizabeth Lien 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 Elizabeth Lien accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Elizabeth Lien 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.

Is Elizabeth Lien affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Elizabeth Lien is affiliated with St Clare Hospital, St Joseph Medical Center, St Francis Community Hospital and St Anthony Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elizabeth Lien was last updated on August 1, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.