Martin Tarver, PA-C
NPI 1659031979 · Physician Assistant · Abilene, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Martin Tarver, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Abilene, TX (NPI 1659031979).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659031979
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
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
4 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
634 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration of Fluid From Chest Cavity Using Imaging Guidance32555 | 137 | $87 |
| Drainage of Fluid From Abdominal Cavity Using Imaging Guidance49083 | 131 | $84 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Insertion Or Removal of Central Vein Access Device77001 | 66 | $14 |
| Insertion of Non-Tunneled Central Venous Tube for Infusion (5 Years Or Older)36556 | 53 | $68 |
| Removal of Cerebrospinal Fluid With Lower Back Spinal Tap Using Imaging Guidance62329 | 49 | $84 |
| Injection of Contrast for Imaging of Lower Spinal Canal62284 | 45 | $65 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2021-12-28
- Last updated
- 2021-12-28
- Certified
- 2021-12-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Martin Tarver's NPI number?
- Martin Tarver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659031979, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Martin Tarver's specialty?
- Martin Tarver is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Martin Tarver located?
- Martin Tarver's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 Cypress St Ste 110, Abilene, TX 79601-5122.
- What is Martin Tarver's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Martin Tarver is (325) 677-2201.
- Does Martin Tarver accept Medicare?
- Martin Tarver is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Martin Tarver's NPI active?
- Yes — Martin Tarver's NPI (1659031979) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.