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RAQUEL AUREA ROMERO PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
NPI 1942873450
Physician Assistant in Santa Barbara, CA

Active since July 22, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.17/100
CMS Quality Rating
2420 CASTILLO ST STE 200, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105(805) 563-1999 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 9, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 9, 2025, Jul 22, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Raquel Aurea Romero Physician Assistant NPPES

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

RAQUEL AUREA ROMERO PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (NPI 1942873450) is an individual physician assistant in Santa Barbara, California, licensed in California (59622) and active in the NPI registry since July 2021. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942873450
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameRAQUEL AUREA ROMEROCredential: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Location Address2420 CASTILLO ST STE 200Santa Barbara, CA 93105-5306
Mailing Address2420 Castillo St Ste 200Santa Barbara, CA 93105-5306
Phone(805) 563-1999
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateJuly 22, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 9, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 9, 2025
✔ NPI 1942873450 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 CA · 59622
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.
2420 CASTILLO ST STE 200, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Raquel Aurea Tenorio

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

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

Raquel Aurea Romero Physician Assistant 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 ID9931504115
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210826000726
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 9

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.
324 services249 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
109 services98 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
80 services80 patients
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope 31231
A diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope is a non-invasive procedure. A small, flexible tube with a light and camera at the end, called an endoscope, is inserted into the nose. This allows the doctor to view the nasal passages and sinuses, helping to identify any issues.
64 services50 patients
Test to assess middle ear function 92567
A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
60 services58 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.
35 services33 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93105 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
$94.71 typical visit price
range $62.01 – $184.40
Typical copayment $23.67 (range $15.50 – $46.10)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$76.76 typical visit price
range $20.60 – $151.20
Typical copayment $19.19 (range $5.15 – $37.80)
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.

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.

73.17/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality74.19
Promoting Interoperability95
Improvement Activities40
Cost40.56

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

ILANA PAULA FISCHER MD
Otolaryngology
2420 CASTILLO ST STE 200
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
Santa Barbara County (805) 563-1999

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 Raquel Romero's NPI number?

The NPI number for Raquel Romero is 1942873450. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 22, 2021. The provider is also known as Raquel Aurea Tenorio.

Where is Raquel Romero located?

Raquel Romero practices at 2420 Castillo St Ste 200, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. The listed phone number is (805) 563-1999.

What is Raquel Romero's specialty?

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

Is Raquel Romero enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Raquel Romero 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Raquel Romero was last updated on October 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.