GENARO CARDENAS PA-C
NPI 1881096238
Physician Assistant in Tacoma, WA

Active since September 17, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
9040 JACKSON AVE, TACOMA, WA 98431(253) 968-1110 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 11, 2025, Mar 13, 2023, Sep 20, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Genaro Cardenas Pa-c NPPES

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

GENARO CARDENAS PA-C (NPI 1881096238) is an individual physician assistant in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (PA60598859) and active in the NPI registry since September 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881096238
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameGENARO CARDENASCredential: PA-C
Location Address9040 JACKSON AVETacoma, WA 98431-6366
Mailing Address10452 Silverdale Way NwSilverdale, WA 98383-9460 · (360) 307-7300 · Fax (877) 777-9902
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateSeptember 17, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 11, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 11, 2025
NPI 1881096238 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in WA · PA60598859
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
9040 JACKSON AVE, Tacoma, WA 98431

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 14311 11th Ave NE, suite 200 POC: Terry ScottSeattle, WA 98105-6366 · Phone (206) 616-4001 · Fax (206) 616-3889
Location 210452 Silverdale Way NWSilverdale, WA 98383-9411 · Phone (360) 307-7300 · Fax (877) 777-9902

Accepted Insurance

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

Genaro Cardenas Pa-c 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 ID7416267174
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151109001135
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 3

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.
67 services64 patients
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885
Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.
26 services13 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500129
Location315 S Mlk Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98431 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
$88.29 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $22.07 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Psychologist (Clinical)
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Physical Therapist
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Anesthesiology
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
General Practice
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431
General Practice
9040 JACKSON AVE
TACOMA, WA 98431

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 Genaro Cardenas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Genaro Cardenas is 1881096238. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 17, 2014.

Where is Genaro Cardenas located?

Genaro Cardenas practices at 9040 Jackson Ave, Tacoma, WA 98431. The listed phone number is (253) 968-1110.

What is Genaro Cardenas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Genaro Cardenas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Genaro Cardenas 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 Genaro Cardenas accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Genaro Cardenas 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 Genaro Cardenas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Genaro Cardenas is affiliated with Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Genaro Cardenas was last updated on February 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 months 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.