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DR. PAUL S POTTINGER M.D.
NPI 1992892517
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Seattle, WA

Active since October 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, SEATTLE, WA 98195(206) 598-7600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 12, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Paul S Pottinger M.d. NPPES

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

DR. PAUL S POTTINGER M.D. (NPI 1992892517) is an individual infectious disease provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00041320) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, and is a graduate of Yale University School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992892517
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL S POTTINGERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1959 NE PACIFIC STSeattle, WA 98195-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 543-6420
Phone(206) 598-7600
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSYale University School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateOctober 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 12, 2012
✔ NPI 1992892517 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00041320
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, Seattle, WA 98195
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Other Identifiers 5

Other0231771WA · L&i
Medicaid1992892517WA
Medicare PIN8863717WA
Medicare UPINI65972WA
Medicare PIN8862286WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Dr. Paul S Pottinger 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 ID5092714691
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061208000272
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 high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
57 services34 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.
23 services20 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
19 services12 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98195 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

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.

93.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

LEONIE A NEVILLE PHARMD
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-4874
ALISA BETH KACHIKIS M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, 3RD FLOOR SW 350
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-4070
MS. MARY PATRICIA DODGE MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, MAILBOX 356490
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-4830
RIKA SHIRAKAWA M.D.
Ophthalmology
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 365485
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 558-9616
VEDA TSOI M.D.
Anesthesiology
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (801) 556-7628
KATHRYN TAMURA PHARM.D.
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 356015
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-6060
DR. MARK ROBERT, MICHAEL KILGORE M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 356100
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-1821
DR. SERKAN MEHMET SAHIN M.D.
Hospitalist
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 543-6420

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 Paul Pottinger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Pottinger is 1992892517. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 6, 2006.

Where is Paul Pottinger located?

Paul Pottinger practices at 1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195. The listed phone number is (206) 598-7600.

What is Paul Pottinger's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Paul Pottinger enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Pottinger 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 Paul Pottinger accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Paul Pottinger 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.

Is Paul Pottinger affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Pottinger is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Pottinger was last updated on January 12, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.