Luis Taveras, M.D.
NPI 1447298278 · Family Medicine Physician · Puyallup, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Luis Taveras, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Puyallup, WA (NPI 1447298278).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447298278
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 15060 (PR)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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 tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
96 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 | 55 | $90 |
| 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 | 41 | $15 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $15–$90 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 65 | 25 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 54 | 27 |
| Gabapentin | 41 | 19 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 36 | 20 |
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 32 | 15 |
| Omeprazole | 32 | 17 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 530 S Maiden LnJoplin, MO 64801-3084Phone: (417) 782-6200
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-03
- Last updated
- 2024-04-08
- Certified
- 2024-04-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Luis Taveras's NPI number?
- Luis Taveras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447298278, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Luis Taveras's specialty?
- Luis Taveras is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Luis Taveras located?
- Luis Taveras's practice location on file with NPPES is 10217 125th Street Ct E, Puyallup, WA 98374-2761.
- What is Luis Taveras's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Luis Taveras is (253) 864-4550.
- Does Luis Taveras accept Medicare?
- Luis Taveras is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Luis Taveras's NPI active?
- Yes — Luis Taveras's NPI (1447298278) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.