DIANE ELIZABETH AMES ARNP
NPI 1932653052
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Tacoma, WA

Active since August 05, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
43.29/100
CMS Quality Rating
1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 426-6272(253) 426-4060 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 28, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 28, 2025, May 18, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Diane Elizabeth Ames Arnp NPPES

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

DIANE ELIZABETH AMES ARNP (NPI 1932653052) is an individual family provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (AP60663886) and active in the NPI registry since August 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Tacoma.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932653052
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameDIANE ELIZABETH AMESCredential: ARNP
Location Address1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104Tacoma, WA 98405-5303
Mailing Address1802 Yakima Ave Ste 104Tacoma, WA 98405-5303 · (253) 426-6272 · Fax (253) 426-4060
Fax(253) 426-4060
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 28, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 28, 2025
NPI 1932653052 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in WA · AP60663886
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License AP60663886 (WA)
1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104, Tacoma, WA 98405

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 16240 Tacoma Mall Blvd Ste 101Tacoma, WA 98409-6819 · Phone (253) 271-9720 · Fax (253) 212-3372

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2066627WA

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

Diane Elizabeth Ames Arnp 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 ID3870881733
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161007001186
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 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.

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.
59 services56 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
34 services23 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
27 services27 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
26 services17 patients
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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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

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.

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.

43.29/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality53.35
Promoting Interoperability0
Improvement Activities30
Cost32.92

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

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

Physician Assistant
1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104
TACOMA, WA 98405
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104
TACOMA, WA 98405
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104
TACOMA, WA 98405
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104
TACOMA, WA 98405
Surgery
1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104
TACOMA, WA 98405
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104
TACOMA, WA 98405
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104
TACOMA, WA 98405
Surgery
1802 YAKIMA AVE STE 104
TACOMA, WA 98405

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 Diane Ames's NPI number?

The NPI number for Diane Ames is 1932653052. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2016.

Where is Diane Ames located?

Diane Ames practices at 1802 Yakima Ave Ste 104, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 426-6272.

What is Diane Ames's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Diane Ames enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Diane Ames 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 Diane Ames accept?

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

According to CMS data, Diane Ames is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Diane Ames was last updated on February 28, 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.