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DR. TARA ANN SAUNDERS M.D.
NPI 1942536123
Pathology - Clinical Pathology in San Francisco, CA

Active since October 23, 2009PECOS Enrolled
505 PARNASSUS AVE M580, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143(415) 353-7359 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 3, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Tara Ann Saunders M.d. NPPES

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

DR. TARA ANN SAUNDERS M.D. (NPI 1942536123) is an individual clinical pathology provider in San Francisco, California, licensed in California (A117150) and active in the NPI registry since October 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942536123
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZC0006X
Provider Legal NameDR. TARA ANN SAUNDERSCredential: M.D.
Location Address505 PARNASSUS AVE M580San Francisco, CA 94143
Mailing Address1394 18th AveSan Francisco, CA 94122-1859
Phone(415) 353-7359
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateOctober 23, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMay 3, 2019
✔ NPI 1942536123 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZC0006X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A117150
Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

505 PARNASSUS AVE M580, San Francisco, CA 94143
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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 (PECOS)

Dr. Tara Ann Saunders M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 8

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.

Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report 88173
This procedure involves using a thin needle to collect a small sample from an abnormal area or lump. The sample is then examined under a microscope to identify any potential issues. A report of the findings is provided for further analysis.
60 services51 patients
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate 88172
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate is a diagnostic procedure where a thin needle is used to collect cells from a lump or mass. This sample is then examined under a microscope to determine the nature of the lump, whether it's benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
59 services50 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
59 services52 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
38 services14 patients
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique 88112
Cell examination of a specimen using selective cellular enhancement technique is a lab process that improves the visibility of certain cells in a sample. It helps in identifying abnormalities or diseases. The process is non-invasive, safe, and aids in accurate diagnosis.
37 services35 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
21 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94143 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
$153.83 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $38.45 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$119.48 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $29.87 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
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 Tara Saunders's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tara Saunders is 1942536123. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 23, 2009.

Where is Tara Saunders located?

Tara Saunders practices at 505 Parnassus Ave M580, San Francisco, CA 94143. The listed phone number is (415) 353-7359.

What is Tara Saunders's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZC0006X.

Is Tara Saunders enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tara Saunders is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tara Saunders was last updated on May 3, 2019. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.