DR. CARA MICHELLE LORENTZEN MD
NPI 1386936698
Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery in Boise, ID
NPI Status: Active since May 04, 2011
Contact Information
901 N CURTIS RD STE 304
BOISE, ID
ZIP 83706
Phone: (208) 342-4263
Fax: (208) 375-0597
- Individual
- Female
- Years of Experience 15
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About CARA LORENTZEN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Cara Lorentzen, a provider established in Boise, Idaho with a medical specialization in Orthopaedic Surgery, focusing in hand surgery and more than 15 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1386936698 assigned on May 2011. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207XS0106X with license number M-13726 (ID). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 8 years ago.
- NPI
- 1386936698
- Provider Name
- DR. CARA MICHELLE LORENTZEN MD
- Other Name
- CARA MICHELLE MAGUIRE
- Other Name Type
- Former Name (1)
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 901 N CURTIS RD STE 304 BOISE, ID 83706
- Location Phone
- (208) 342-4263
- Location Fax
- (208) 375-0597
- Mailing Address
- 901 N CURTIS RD SUITE 304 BOISE, ID 83706
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 2011
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 05-04-2011
- Last Update Date
- 08-23-2017
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Orthopaedic Surgery Hand Surgery
- Taxonomy Code
- 207XS0106X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- M-13726
- License State
- ID
- Taxonomy Description
- An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Moda Health Affinity Bronze 7750 - EPO
- Moda Health Affinity Bronze 9000 - EPO
- Moda Health Affinity Bronze HDHP 7500 - EPO
- Moda Health Affinity Gold 1000 - EPO
- Moda Health Affinity Gold 1500 - EPO
- Moda Health Affinity Gold 250 - EPO
- Moda Health Affinity Silver 3000 - EPO
- Moda Health Affinity Silver 3400 - EPO
- Moda Health Affinity Silver 4500 - EPO
- Moda Health Affinity Silver 6000 - EPO
- Moda Health Oregon Standard Bronze Affinity - EPO
- Moda Health Oregon Standard Gold Affinity - EPO
- Moda Health Oregon Standard Silver Affinity - EPO
- Moda Select Bronze 8700 ($0 Virtual Urgent Care through CirrusMD) - EPO
- Moda Select Bronze HDHP 7500 - EPO
- Moda Select Gold 1000 ($0 Virtual Urgent Care through CirrusMD) - EPO
- Moda Select Gold 1800 ($0 Virtual Urgent Care through CirrusMD) - EPO
- Moda Select Silver 3500 ($0 Virtual Urgent Care through CirrusMD) - EPO
- Moda Select Silver 4800 ($0 Virtual Urgent Care through CirrusMD) - EPO
- Moda Select Silver 6400 ($0 Virtual Urgent Care through CirrusMD) - EPO
- Connect Bronze Expanded Standard - PPO
- Connect Bronze HDHP - PPO
- Connect Catastrophic - PPO
- Connect Gold - PPO
- Connect Gold Standard - PPO
- Connect Silver - PPO
- Connect Silver Standard - PPO
- High Plains Bronze HDHP - PPO
- High Plains Bronze Standard Expanded - PPO
- High Plains Gold - PPO
- High Plains Gold HDHP - PPO
- High Plains Gold Standard - PPO
- High Plains Silver - PPO
- High Plains Silver Standard - PPO
- Plus Bronze Expanded - PPO
- Plus Bronze Standard Expanded - PPO
- Plus Gold - PPO
- Plus Gold Standard - PPO
- Plus Silver Standard - PPO
- ACCESS BRONZE - PPO
- Navigator Bronze 7000 Exchange - PPO
- Navigator Bronze 9200 - PPO
- Navigator Bronze HSA 8050 - PPO
- Navigator Gold 1500 - PPO
- Navigator Gold 1500 Exchange - PPO
- Navigator Gold 500 Exchange - PPO
- Navigator Silver 3500 Exchange - PPO
- Navigator Silver 4000 Exchange - PPO
- Navigator Silver 5000 - PPO
- Navigator Silver HSA 3500 - PPO
- Navigator Standard Expanded Bronze - PPO
- Navigator Standard Gold - PPO
- Navigator Standard Silver - PPO
- PacificSource Oregon Standard Bronze Plan NAV - PPO
- PacificSource Oregon Standard Gold Plan NAV - PPO
- PacificSource Oregon Standard Silver Plan NAV - PPO
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Cara Lorentzen is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Cara Lorentzen is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 3375852627
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20170705002005
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies
The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.
Orthotic Devices
DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)
Upper extremity fracture orthosis, radius/ulnar, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment (HCPCS:L3982)
1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Injection into tendon or ligament
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views
X-ray of wrist, 2 views
This procedure involves inserting a thin needle into a small joint to remove (aspirate) or inject fluid. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or administer medication directly into the joint. It's generally safe with minimal discomfort.
This service was performed 20 times for 12 patientsThis is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
This service was performed 90 times for 62 patientsAn injection into a tendon or ligament involves placing medication directly into these areas to help reduce inflammation and pain. It's often used for conditions like arthritis or tendonitis. The procedure is quick and usually involves a local anesthetic.
This service was performed 28 times for 19 patientsThis injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
This service was performed 60 times for 37 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
This service was performed 78 times for 78 patientsAn X-ray of the finger involves capturing images of your finger from at least two different angles. This non-invasive procedure helps in visualizing the bones and joints, aiding in the diagnosis of fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Minimal discomfort may be experienced.
This service was performed 33 times for 22 patientsAn X-ray of the wrist, 2 views, is a diagnostic procedure where two different images of your wrist are taken using a small amount of radiation. This helps identify any abnormalities or injuries such as fractures or arthritis. It's a quick, non-invasive process.
This service was performed 25 times for 16 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $20.28 for a new patient copayment and $16.44 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 83706 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $81.13
- Minimum New Patient Price $52.44
- Maximum New Patient Price $160.17
- Average New Patient Copayment $20.28
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.11
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.04
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $65.77
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.68
- Maximum Established Patient Price $130.93
- Average Established Patient Copayment $16.44
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.17
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $32.73
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Annual registration in the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Yes | N/A |
| Annual registration by eligible clinician or group in the prescription drug monitoring program of the state where they practice. Activities that simply involve registration are not sufficient. MIPS eligible clinicians and groups must participate for a minimum of 6 months. | ||
| Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report | 43% | 58 |
| Percentage of patients with referrals, regardless of age, for which the referring provider receives a report from the provider to whom the patient was referred | ||
| Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | 83% | 2377 |
| Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter. This list must include ALL known prescriptions, over-the-counters, herbals, and vitamin/mineral/dietary (nutritional) supplements AND must contain the medications' name, dosage, frequency and route of administration | ||
| e-Prescribing | 12% | 186 |
| At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology. | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan | 35% | 888 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous twelve months of the current encounter Normal Parameters: Age 18 years and older BMI >= 18.5 and < 25 kg/m2 | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention | 29% | 65 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user | ||
| Provide Patient Access | 56% | 1045 |
| For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician: (1) The patient (or the patient authorized representative) is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit his or her health information; and (2) The MIPS eligible clinician ensures the patient's health information is available for the patient (or patient-authorized representative) to access using any application of their choice that is configured to meet the technical specifications of the Application Programing Interface (API) in the MIPS eligible clinician's certified EHR technology. | ||
| Secure Messaging | 0% | 1045 |
| For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of certified EHR technology to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure message sent by the patient (or the patient-authorized representative). | ||
| Security Risk Analysis | Yes | N/A |
| Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process. | ||
| Use of decision support and standardized treatment protocols | Yes | N/A |
| Use decision support and standardized treatment protocols to manage workflow in the team to meet patient needs. | ||
| Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly | 0% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 221 |
| Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication. 2) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least two of the same high-risk medication | ||
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Cara Lorentzen is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST LUKE'S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 190 EAST BANNOCK STREET BOISE, ID 83712 | (208) 381-2222 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| SAINT ALPHONSUS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 1055 NORTH CURTIS ROAD BOISE, ID 83706 | (208) 367-3554 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation
The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.
| Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation. | |||||||||
| 1 | 3 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 8 |
| Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit. | |||||||||
| 2 | 3 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 3 | 12 | 6 | 18 | |
| Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24. | |||||||||
| 2 + 3 + 1 + 6 + 6 + 1 + 8 + 3 + 1 + 2 + 6 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 72 | |||||||||
| Step 3: Subtract the total obtained in step 2 from the next higher number ending in zero, the result is the check digit. | |||||||||
| 80 - 72 = 8 | 8 | ||||||||
The NPI number 1386936698 is valid because the calculated check digit 8 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 4 providers are registered at the same or nearby location.
| NPI | Name / Type | Taxonomy | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1053480236 | ERIC S BURBACK OT Individual | Occupational Therapist (Hand) | 901 N CURTIS RD STE 304 BOISE, ID 83706 (208) 342-4263 |
| 1841673118 | DR. JAYSON JOHNSON M.D. Individual | Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery) | 901 N CURTIS RD STE 304 BOISE, ID 83706 (208) 342-4263 |
| 1497153266 | SHANE HAAS PA-C Individual | Physician Assistant | 901 N CURTIS RD STE 304 BOISE, ID 83706 (208) 342-4263 |
| 1619498821 | LAUREN ANNE JACOBSON BECHTOLD MD Individual | Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) | 901 N CURTIS RD STE 304 BOISE, ID 83706 (208) 342-4263 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1386936698, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on May 04, 2011
The provider is located at 901 N Curtis Rd Ste 304 Boise, Id 83706 and the phone number is (208) 342-4263
The provider's speciality is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207XS0106X with a focus in Hand Surgery
The provider has more than 15 years of experience.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Moda Health Plan, Inc., Mountain Health CO-OP and. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to make sure your health plan is currently accepted.
Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary the provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
Medicare beneficiaries should expect a typical cost of $81.13 with an average copayment of $20.28 for new patient appointments. Established patients should expect a typical charge of $65.77 and an average copayment of 16.44. Please review your insurance plan or contact the provider directly to determine your specific costs.
The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes, Injection into tendon or ligament, Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg, New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes, X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views and X-ray of wrist, 2 views.
The practitioner is affiliated to the following hospital(s): ST LUKE'S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER and SAINT ALPHONSUS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER. Hospital affiliations are identified through self-reporting data and service claims based on the place of service.
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