Paula Guinnip, M.D.
NPI 1023239720 · Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician · Tahlequah, OK
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paula Guinnip, M.D. is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician provider in Tahlequah, OK (NPI 1023239720).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023239720
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 30170 (OK)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
226 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 91 | $165 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making99283 | 33 | $69 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93970 | 28 | $153 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making99282 | 21 | $40 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 15 | $195 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm and Leg Arteries93922 | 13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clonidine Hcl | 40 | 12 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 31 | 12 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 18 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 17 | — |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 16 | — |
| Sacubitril/Valsartanbrand: Entresto | 16 | — |
| Rivaroxaban |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,667 across 36 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1202 W Cherokee St Ste aWagoner, OK 74467-4629Phone: (406) 241-3060Fax: (918) 515-6912
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-01
- Last updated
- 2025-06-02
- Certified
- 2025-06-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paula Guinnip's NPI number?
- Paula Guinnip's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023239720, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paula Guinnip's specialty?
- Paula Guinnip is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paula Guinnip located?
- Paula Guinnip's practice location on file with NPPES is 205 Harris Cir Ste 202, Tahlequah, OK 74464-8849.
- What is Paula Guinnip's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paula Guinnip is (918) 485-0068.
- Does Paula Guinnip accept Medicare?
- Paula Guinnip is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paula Guinnip's NPI active?
- Yes — Paula Guinnip's NPI (1023239720) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.