Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Loera, PA-C
Medical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Laguna Niguel, CA
- NPI 1528496593
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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27231 la Paz RD Ste A
Laguna Niguel, CA 926773627
(949) 643-9111
fax (949) 643-8916 - Additional location
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8599 Haven Ave Ste 101
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 917304849
(909) 256-8334
fax (877) 803-0308
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 9, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AM0700X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #PA23312
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528496593. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
589
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$48,451
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 264 | 226 | $118 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 174 | 166 | $84 | |
87426 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus | 38 | 35 | $35 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 28 | 27 | $2 | |
87804 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus | 24 | 12 | $16 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 20 | 20 | $28 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 16 | 16 | $13 | |
87880 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) | 13 | 12 | $16 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 12 | 12 | $3 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Laguna Niguel Medical Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 53. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$227
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC | 2 | $42.94 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 2 | $42.34 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 2 | $42.09 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $23.65 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $20.73 | |
| ViiV Healthcare Company | 1 | $19.81 | |
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 1 | $19.46 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 1 | $16.15 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
548
Patients
528
Total drug cost
$5,962
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin | Generic | 99 | 98 | $337 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 52 | 49 | $583 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 45 | 43 | $423 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 43 | 42 | $384 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 43 | 39 | $736 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 40 | 38 | $224 |
| Paxlovid (Eua) (Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir) | Brand | 38 | 38 | $403 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 32 | 32 | $742 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 31 | 30 | $339 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 29 | 26 | $740 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Loera's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Loera practices Medical Physician Assistant in Laguna Niguel, CA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Loera practice?
Dr. Christopher Loera practices at 27231 la Paz RD Ste A, Laguna Niguel, CA 926773627. Office phone: 9496439111.
What is Dr. Christopher Loera's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Loera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528496593, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Loera accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Loera accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Loera commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (HCPCS 87426). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.