Lara Paraskos, MD
NPI 1912171075 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · South Miami, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lara Paraskos, MD is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in South Miami, FL (NPI 1912171075).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912171075
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME109707 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,030 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 858 | $137 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 385 | $194 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 347 | $96 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 344 | $76 |
| Continuous Monitoring of Blood Sugar Level in Tissue Fluid Using Sensor Under Skin With Interpretation and Report95251 | 293 | $36 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 310 | 108 |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 224 | 40 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 181 | 49 |
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 174 | 58 |
| Metformin Hcl | 128 | 43 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 72 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,626 across 178 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-04-18
- Last updated
- 2026-05-05
- Certified
- 2026-05-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lara Paraskos's NPI number?
- Lara Paraskos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912171075, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lara Paraskos's specialty?
- Lara Paraskos is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lara Paraskos located?
- Lara Paraskos's practice location on file with NPPES is 6141 Sunset Dr Ste 403, South Miami, FL 33143-5026.
- What is Lara Paraskos's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lara Paraskos is (305) 665-2300.
- Does Lara Paraskos accept Medicare?
- Lara Paraskos is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lara Paraskos's NPI active?
- Yes — Lara Paraskos's NPI (1912171075) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.