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Cara M. Ricotta

DO

Family Medicine

NPI: 1275781569State College, Pennsylvania, 16803(814) 278-4898Female

About Cara M. Ricotta

Cara M. Ricotta, DO, is a female healthcare professional specializing in Family Medicine, registered under National Provider Identifier (NPI) number 1275781569. Cara M. Ricotta received her medical education at PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE, graduating in 2008.

Their primary practice is located at 2520 GREEN TECH DR, State College, Pennsylvania 16803. Patients can reach the office at (814) 278-4898. In addition to the primary location, Cara M. Ricotta maintains 3 additional practice locations.

Cara M. Ricotta is affiliated with 6 hospitals in the area. Cara M. Ricotta is enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare patients, is authorized to order and refer Medicare services, is authorized to prescribe medications.

Under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), Cara M. Ricotta achieved a quality score of 72.6 out of 100 for 2023, reflecting above-average clinical performance. The quality category score is 55.1/100.

As a prescriber, Cara M. Ricotta has 13,900 prescription claims processed, totaling $1,421,791 in drug costs. The opioid prescribing rate is 3.1%. Cara M. Ricotta received $181 in Medicare payments in 2018 across 14 claims.

Cara M. Ricotta has been NPI-registered since 2008.

Key Metrics

73

MIPS Quality Score

Merit-based Incentive Payment System score for 2023. Good performance.

Quality Category Score: 55.1/100

Medicare Payments

$180.51

Year 2018

Payment Count

14

Year 2018

Rx Claims

13,900

$1,421,791.19

Opioid Rate

3.1%

Practice Locations

4

Affiliated Hospitals

6

Doctor Details

Identity & Credentials

NPI Number
1275781569
Entity Type
Individual
First Name
Cara
Last Name
Ricotta
Credential
DO
Gender
Female
Medical School
PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Graduation Year
2008
Sole Proprietor
No
Status
active

Primary Practice Location

Address
2520 GREEN TECH DR
City
State College
State
Pennsylvania
ZIP
16803-2300
Country
United States
Phone
(814) 278-4898
Fax
(814) 231-2004

Specialty & Taxonomy

Primary Specialty
Family Medicine
Classification
Family Medicine
Taxonomy Code
207Q00000X

NPI Registration

Enumeration Date
Last Updated
Certification Date

Mailing Address

Address
2520 GREEN TECH DR
City
STATE COLLEGE
State
PA
ZIP
168032300

Medicare Enrollment

Medicare Enrolled
Yes
Can Order/Refer
Yes
Telehealth
No
Excluded
No

Prescriber Information

Authorized Prescriber
Yes
Total Rx Claims
13,900
Total Rx Cost
$1,421,791.19
Opioid Prescriber Rate
3.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cara M. Ricotta's NPI number?
Cara M. Ricotta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275781569. An NPI is a unique 10-digit identification number issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to healthcare providers in the United States.
What does Cara M. Ricotta specialize in?
Cara M. Ricotta specializes in Family Medicine. They received their medical education at PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE (class of 2008).
Where is Cara M. Ricotta located?
Cara M. Ricotta practices at 2520 GREEN TECH DR, State College, Pennsylvania 16803. You can reach them by phone at (814) 278-4898. They also have 3 additional practice locations.
Does Cara M. Ricotta accept Medicare?
Yes, Cara M. Ricotta is enrolled in the Medicare program and accepts Medicare patients. They are also authorized to order and refer services under Medicare.
Does Cara M. Ricotta offer telehealth or virtual visits?
Cara M. Ricotta does not currently offer telehealth services. In-person visits are required at their practice location.
What is Cara M. Ricotta's quality rating?
Cara M. Ricotta has a MIPS quality score of 72.6 out of 100 for 2023. This is a good score.
Can Cara M. Ricotta prescribe medications?
Yes, Cara M. Ricotta is an authorized prescriber. They have processed 13,900 prescription claims totaling $1,421,791.19.

What is an NPI Number?

A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique 10-digit identification number issued to healthcare providers in the United States by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Required under HIPAA, every healthcare provider who transmits health information electronically must have an NPI. The NPI for Cara M. Ricotta is 1275781569.