Helen Stearns, DNP
NPI 1417560467 · Nurse Practitioner · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Helen Stearns, DNP is a Nurse Practitioner provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1417560467).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417560467
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- DNP
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 95015301 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
5 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,013 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 284 | $116 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 222 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 155 | $163 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 97 | $111 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 71 | $14 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 51 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 102 | 14 |
| Furosemide | 69 | 12 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 63 | 13 |
| Estradiol | 60 | 27 |
| Gabapentin | 57 | 17 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 48 | 18 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 45 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-08-28
- Last updated
- 2025-11-26
- Certified
- 2025-11-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Helen Stearns's NPI number?
- Helen Stearns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417560467, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Helen Stearns's specialty?
- Helen Stearns is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Helen Stearns located?
- Helen Stearns's practice location on file with NPPES is 8797 Encino Ave, San Diego, CA 92123-3952.
- What is Helen Stearns's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Helen Stearns is (573) 823-7123.
- Does Helen Stearns accept Medicare?
- Helen Stearns is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Helen Stearns's NPI active?
- Yes — Helen Stearns's NPI (1417560467) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.