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MARIA E GARCIA-CARDONA M.D.
NPI 1982895298
Dermatology in Clearwater, FL

Active since August 05, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.25/100
CMS Quality Rating
26344 US HIGHWAY 19 N, CLEARWATER, FL 33761(727) 669-3676(727) 669-3669 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 16, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Maria E Garcia-cardona M.d. NPPES

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

MARIA E GARCIA-CARDONA M.D. (NPI 1982895298) is an individual dermatology provider in Clearwater, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME11159) and active in the NPI registry since August 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982895298
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameMARIA E GARCIA-CARDONACredential: M.D.
Location Address26344 US HIGHWAY 19 NClearwater, FL 33761-4505
Mailing Address1801 N Belcher Rd, Suite BClearwater, FL 33765-1452 · (727) 669-3676 · Fax (727) 669-3676
Phone(727) 669-3676
Fax(727) 669-3669
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 16, 2019
✔ NPI 1982895298 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME11159✔ Licensed in PR · 16907
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
26344 US HIGHWAY 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33761
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Maria E. Garcia Md

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid006447500FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and more.Insurance ›

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

Maria E Garcia-cardona M.d. 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 ID7911079579
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120503000023
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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
519 services89 patients
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.
202 services168 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.
168 services106 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
155 services126 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
121 services104 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
62 services58 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33761 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
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

77.25/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality86.22
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.44

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

LAWRENCE B STRAUSS PA-C
Physician Assistant
26344 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33761
Pinellas County (866) 400-3376

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 Maria Garcia-cardona's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria Garcia-cardona is 1982895298. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2007. The provider is also known as Maria E. Garcia MD.

Where is Maria Garcia-cardona located?

Maria Garcia-cardona practices at 26344 Us Highway 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33761. The listed phone number is (727) 669-3676.

What is Maria Garcia-cardona's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Maria Garcia-cardona enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Maria Garcia-cardona 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 Maria Garcia-cardona accept?

Health plans from AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Health First Commercial Plans, Inc. and Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and 1 other insurer list Maria Garcia-cardona 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Maria Garcia-cardona was last updated on July 16, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.