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CARLA FRANCESCA TAPIA PA-C
NPI 1972764173
Physician Assistant in Irvine, CA

Active since June 19, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
84.41/100
CMS Quality Rating
1000 FIVEPOINT, IRVINE, CA 92618(949) 671-4673(949) 671-4329 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 8, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Carla Francesca Tapia Pa-c NPPES

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

CARLA FRANCESCA TAPIA PA-C (NPI 1972764173) is an individual physician assistant in Irvine, California, licensed in California (19778) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972764173
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameCARLA FRANCESCA TAPIACredential: PA-C
Location Address1000 FIVEPOINTIrvine, CA 92618-2377
Mailing AddressPo Box 512185Los Angeles, CA 90051-0185
Phone(949) 671-4673
Fax(949) 671-4329
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 19, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 8, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMarch 8, 2024
✔ NPI 1972764173 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 · 19778
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.
1000 FIVEPOINT, Irvine, CA 92618
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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

Carla Francesca Tapia 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 ID4284793324
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081105000123
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.
80 services77 patients
Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg J9217
Leuprolide acetate is a medication that helps regulate certain hormone levels in your body. It's injected into your muscle once a month. This treatment can help manage various health conditions related to hormone imbalance. Always follow your doctor's instructions.
45 services16 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.
24 services23 patients
Administration of hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle 96402
This procedure involves the injection of hormone-based anti-cancer drugs under the skin or into a muscle. These medications help to slow down or stop the growth of certain types of cancer cells. The process is usually quick and can be performed in a clinic or hospital.
14 services11 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.
13 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92618 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

84.41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality90.67
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.36

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.

DR. ARNOLD KIM MD
Anesthesiology
1000 FIVEPOINT
IRVINE, CA 92618
Orange County (888) 333-4673
DR. AMY RUTH COPELAND MD
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
1000 FIVEPOINT, BLDG A
IRVINE, CA 92618
Orange County (949) 671-8000
MRS. AMBER HARDY RICKNER NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1000 FIVEPOINT
IRVINE, CA 92618
Orange County (949) 671-4673
DR. NGOC N. LE
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
1000 FIVEPOINT
IRVINE, CA 92618
Orange County (800) 826-4673
DR. ANNIE CHEN MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1000 FIVEPOINT
IRVINE, CA 92618
Orange County (800) 826-4673
DR. HOSSEIN MEHDIKHANI KARIMABAD M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1000 FIVEPOINT
IRVINE, CA 92618
Orange County (847) 342-6842
DR. JUNG WOOK KIM MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1000 FIVEPOINT
IRVINE, CA 92618
Orange County (888) 333-4673
GEORGIE CONTAKOS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1000 FIVEPOINT
IRVINE, CA 92618
Orange County (949) 333-7580

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 Carla Tapia's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carla Tapia is 1972764173. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2008.

Where is Carla Tapia located?

Carla Tapia practices at 1000 Fivepoint, Irvine, CA 92618. The listed phone number is (949) 671-4673.

What is Carla Tapia's specialty?

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

Is Carla Tapia enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carla Tapia 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 Carla Tapia was last updated on March 8, 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.