PUJA CHITKARA M.D
NPI 1871718189
Specialist in Chula Vista, CA

Active since April 13, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
765 MEDICAL CENTER CT, SUITE 216, CHULA VISTA, CA 91911(619) 623-3000(619) 623-3001 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 19, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 19, 2020, Sep 5, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Puja Chitkara M.d NPPES

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

PUJA CHITKARA M.D (NPI 1871718189) is an individual specialist in Chula Vista, California, licensed in California (A97619) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871718189
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy174400000X
Provider Legal NamePUJA CHITKARACredential: M.D
Location Address765 MEDICAL CENTER CT, SUITE 216Chula Vista, CA 91911-6600
Mailing Address765 Medical Center Ct, Suite 216Chula Vista, CA 91911-6600 · (619) 623-3000 · Fax (619) 623-3001
Fax(619) 623-3001
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateApril 13, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 19, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 19, 2020
NPI 1871718189 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers
Taxonomy Code174400000X
License Licensed in CA · A97619
Definition
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
765 MEDICAL CENTER CT, Chula Vista, CA 91911

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 13444 Kearny Villa Rd Ste 400San Diego, CA 92123-1964 · Phone (619) 623-3000
Location 2502 Euclid Ave Ste 300National City, CA 91950-2950 · Phone (619) 623-3000

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Puja Chitkara 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 ID4789785296
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070727000734
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 12

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.
775 services351 patients
Complete ultrasound scan of joint 76881
A complete ultrasound scan of a joint is a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to create images of your joint. It helps identify problems like inflammation, injury, or disease. It's painless, safe, and doesn't involve radiation.
312 services147 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.
92 services92 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.
91 services80 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
89 services54 patients
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.
43 services39 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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

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.

Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
765 MEDICAL CENTER CT, SUITE 211
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
Dietitian, Registered
765 MEDICAL CENTER CT
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
765 MEDICAL CENTER CT, #211
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
Specialist
765 MEDICAL CENTER CT, SUITE 209
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
Internal Medicine
765 MEDICAL CENTER CT, SUITE 211
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
Clinic/Center (Radiology, Mobile)
765 MEDICAL CENTER CT
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
Specialist
765 MEDICAL CENTER CT, SUITE: 201
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
Radiology (Neuroradiology)
765 MEDICAL CENTER CT, SAN DIEGO IMAGING - CHULA VISTA
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911

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 Puja Chitkara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Puja Chitkara is 1871718189. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 13, 2007.

Where is Puja Chitkara located?

Puja Chitkara practices at 765 Medical Center Ct Suite 216, Chula Vista, CA 91911. The listed phone number is (619) 623-3000.

What is Puja Chitkara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Is Puja Chitkara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Puja Chitkara 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 Puja Chitkara was last updated on November 19, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.