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DR. CARA SYLVESTER NGUYEN PSYD, LP
NPI 1871971226
Clinical Neuropsychologist in Minneapolis, MN

Active since May 18, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
701 PARK AVE, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415(612) 873-2599 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 30, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Cara Sylvester Nguyen Psyd, Lp NPPES

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

DR. CARA SYLVESTER NGUYEN PSYD, LP (NPI 1871971226) is an individual clinical neuropsychologist in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (5796) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871971226
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy103G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CARA SYLVESTER NGUYENCredential: PSYD, LP
Location Address701 PARK AVEMinneapolis, MN 55415-1623
Mailing Address701 Park AveMinneapolis, MN 55415-1623 · (612) 873-2599
Phone(612) 873-2599
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMay 18, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 30, 2016
✔ NPI 1871971226 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyClinical NeuropsychologistBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Taxonomy Code103G00000X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 5796
Definition
A clinical psychologist who applies principles of assessment and intervention based upon the scientific study of human behavior as it relates to normal and abnormal functioning of the central nervous system. The specialty is dedicated to enhancing the understanding of brain-behavior relationships and the application of such knowledge to human problems.
701 PARK AVE, Minneapolis, MN 55415
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Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Cara Sylvester Nguyen Psyd, Lp 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 ID2769794866
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150702000343
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 Cara Nguyen reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc
Same address
Rehabilitation Unit
701 PARK AVE, P1-FINANCE
Minneapolis, MN 55415
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 1,247 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1033138136 (612) 873-3000
Group Health, Inc.
1.1 mi
Pediatric Dentistry
2220 RIVERSIDE AVE
Minneapolis, MN 55454
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 2,274 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1700932449 (612) 371-1605

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 5

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.

Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, each additional 30 minutes 96139
This service involves a technician administering additional psychological or neuropsychological testing. Each session lasts for an extra 30 minutes. These tests assess cognitive abilities, such as memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, to aid in diagnosing or monitoring mental health conditions.
314 services64 patients
Evaluation of neuropsychological test, each additional hour 96133
This service involves further evaluation of your neuropsychological test results beyond the initial hour. It helps to understand your cognitive functioning better, focusing on areas like memory, attention, and problem-solving skills.
167 services64 patients
Exam of neurobehavioral status, first hour 96116
An exam of neurobehavioral status is a medical procedure that evaluates your brain's functions. This includes assessing your cognitive abilities, emotional responses, and behavioral patterns. The first hour of the exam is typically dedicated to this initial evaluation.
64 services64 patients
Evaluation of neuropsychological test, first hour 96132
An evaluation of neuropsychological tests is a process to assess your brain's function. It involves tasks designed to measure cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and language skills. The first hour involves initial testing and observation.
64 services64 patients
Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, first 30 minutes 96138
This procedure involves a trained technician administering a psychological or neuropsychological test. It's a process that assesses your mental function and behavior. The initial session will last 30 minutes. The aim is to understand your cognitive abilities better.
64 services64 patients

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.

DR. MICHAEL CHARLES HARLOW MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Hennepin County (612) 873-3000
DANIEL HART
Emergency Medicine
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Hennepin County (612) 873-3000
GEORGE NOESEN
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Hennepin County (612) 873-3000
MRS. CARMODY ALICE SIME LPCC, LADC
Counselor (Professional)
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Hennepin County (612) 432-2008
MR. JUSTIN GREGORY SCHULZ MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Hennepin County (612) 873-3000
EVAN SMITH
Emergency Medicine
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Hennepin County (612) 873-3000
ALEXA M LYON MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Hennepin County (612) 873-3000
SUMEDHA REDDY BANDI DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Hennepin County (612) 873-3000

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 Cara Nguyen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cara Nguyen is 1871971226. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2015.

Where is Cara Nguyen located?

Cara Nguyen practices at 701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415. The listed phone number is (612) 873-2599.

What is Cara Nguyen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Clinical Neuropsychologist with taxonomy code 103G00000X.

Is Cara Nguyen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cara Nguyen 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Cara Nguyen's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Cara Nguyen reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc (Minneapolis, MN) and Group Health, Inc. (Minneapolis, MN). 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 Cara Nguyen's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Cara Nguyen accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners list Cara Nguyen 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 Cara Nguyen was last updated on December 30, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.