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SARA ELIZABETH WHITEHEAD PA-C
NPI 1972745552
Physician Assistant in Durango, CO

Active since March 30, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1 MERCADO ST, DURANGO, CO 81301(970) 382-8800(970) 382-0122 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 3, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Sara Elizabeth Whitehead Pa-c NPPES

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

SARA ELIZABETH WHITEHEAD PA-C (NPI 1972745552) is an individual physician assistant in Durango, Colorado, licensed in Utah (7272123-1206) and active in the NPI registry since March 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972745552
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameSARA ELIZABETH WHITEHEADCredential: PA-C
Location Address1 MERCADO STDurango, CO 81301-7311
Mailing Address1 Mercado StDurango, CO 81301-7311 · (970) 382-8800 · Fax (970) 382-0122
Phone(970) 382-8800
Fax(970) 382-0122
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateMarch 30, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateApril 3, 2018
✔ NPI 1972745552 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 UT · 7272123-1206
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.
1 MERCADO ST, Durango, CO 81301
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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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Sara Elizabeth Whitehead 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 ID3375693161
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150129002394
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 4

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.
50 services36 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
19 services15 patients
Smear for infectious agents 87210
A smear for infectious agents is a simple test done to identify harmful microorganisms in your body. A sample is taken from your body, spread thinly onto a slide, and examined under a microscope. This helps in diagnosing various infections and diseases.
17 services12 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 81301 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
$89.43 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.20 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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.

ARIA THERAPEUTICS & WELLNESS, LLC
Clinic/Center (Medical Specialty)
1 MERCADO ST, SUITE 150
DURANGO, CO 81301
La Plata County (970) 375-2273
PETER E JAMIESON PA
Physician Assistant
1 MERCADO ST, SUITE 202
DURANGO, CO 81301
La Plata County (970) 247-5362
JENNIFER BERRIDGE LMT, NCMT
Massage Therapist
1 MERCADO ST, SUITE 150
DURANGO, CO 81301
La Plata County (970) 375-2273
REBECCA MAULDIN RMT
Massage Therapist
1 MERCADO ST, STE 150
DURANGO, CO 81301
La Plata County (970) 375-2273
JAMES A SANTOS M.D.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1 MERCADO ST, STE 200
DURANGO, CO 81301
La Plata County (970) 382-9500
TOTAL HEALTHCARE
Family Medicine
1 MERCADO ST, SUITE 160
DURANGO, CO 81301
La Plata County (970) 385-9850
SPINE COLORADO PC
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
1 MERCADO ST, STE 200
DURANGO, CO 81301
La Plata County (970) 382-9500
PROSTHETIC DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH, INC.
Prosthetic/Orthotic Supplier
1 MERCADO ST, STE. 203
DURANGO, CO 81301
La Plata County (970) 259-9258

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 Sara Whitehead's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sara Whitehead is 1972745552. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 30, 2009.

Where is Sara Whitehead located?

Sara Whitehead practices at 1 Mercado St, Durango, CO 81301. The listed phone number is (970) 382-8800.

What is Sara Whitehead's specialty?

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

Is Sara Whitehead enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sara Whitehead 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 Sara Whitehead was last updated on April 3, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.