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PAUL CRAVEN MD
NPI 1881199867
Emergency Medicine in Tacoma, WA

Active since March 29, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
TACOMA GENERAL, 315 M.L.K. JR WAY, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 403-8327 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 2, 2024, Sep 7, 2022, Aug 16, 2022 and 5 more (8 updates tracked since 2018).

About Paul Craven Md NPPES

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

PAUL CRAVEN MD (NPI 1881199867) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD61261127) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Olympic Medical Center, and maintains 5 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881199867
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NamePAUL CRAVENCredential: MD
Location AddressTACOMA GENERAL, 315 M.L.K. JR WAYTacoma, WA 98405
Mailing AddressPo Box 5215Tacoma, WA 98415-0215 · (253) 403-8327
Phone(253) 403-8327
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 29, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateMay 2, 20248 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 23, 2024
✔ NPI 1881199867 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WA · MD61261127✔ Licensed in WV · 29828✔ Licensed in NM · MD2022-0755
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
TACOMA GENERAL, Tacoma, WA 98405
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Secondary Practice Locations 5

Location 1400 Fairview Heights RdSummersville, WV 26651-9308 · Phone (304) 872-2891
Location 21 Medical Center DrMorgantown, WV 26506-1200 · Phone (304) 293-2436
Location 3100 Hoylman DrGassaway, WV 26624-9318 · Phone (304) 364-5156
Location 41 University of New Mexico, MSC11 6025Albuquerque, NM 81731 · Phone (505) 272-5062 · Fax (505) 272-6503
Location 5939 Caroline StPort Angeles, WA 98362-3997 · Phone (360) 417-7000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.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

Paul Craven 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 ID345594248
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220608002650
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 6

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
139 services128 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
133 services129 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
47 services47 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
44 services44 patients
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only 93042
An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. 1 to 3 leads or sensors are placed on your body to capture this data. A physician then reviews the results to evaluate your heart's health.
27 services27 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
27 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Olympic Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Port Angeles, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number500072
Location939 Caroline StPort Angeles, WA 98362 · Clallam County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 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
$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
$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.

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 Paul Craven's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Craven is 1881199867. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 29, 2018.

Where is Paul Craven located?

Paul Craven practices at Tacoma General 315 M.L.K. Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 403-8327.

What is Paul Craven's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Paul Craven enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Craven 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 Paul Craven accept?

Health plans from CareSource and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Paul Craven 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 Paul Craven affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Craven is affiliated with Olympic Medical Center and Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Craven was last updated on May 2, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.