Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Helen Stearns, DNP
Nurse Practitioner · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1417560467
- 6 yrs on file
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8797 Encino Ave
San Diego, CA 921233952
(573) 823-7123
fax (844) 720-2718
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2020 — 6 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 26, 2025
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #95015301
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417560467. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
927
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$109,677
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 396 | 115 | $113 | |
99350 |
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 119 | 62 | $165 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 115 | 53 | $116 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 97 | 64 | $162 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 79 | 32 | $95 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 44 | 36 | $68 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 25 | 19 | $137 | |
G2212 |
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or | 20 | 13 | $29 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 18 | 12 | $82 | |
G2012 |
Brief communication technology-based service, e.g. virtual check-in, by a physician or other qualified health care professional who can report evaluation and management services, provided to an established patient, not originating from a related e/m servic | 14 | 14 | $13 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 53 peers in San Diego Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 106. This provider delivers 8.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
602
Patients
39
Total drug cost
$9,543
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 67 | 11 | $1,114 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 66 | 15 | $441 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 60 | 0 | $945 |
| Warfarin Sodium | Generic | 54 | 0 | $296 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 48 | 13 | $867 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 46 | 0 | $859 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 46 | 0 | $543 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 35 | 0 | $694 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 32 | 0 | $453 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 26 | 0 | $366 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Helen Stearns's medical specialty?
Dr. Helen Stearns practices Nurse Practitioner in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Helen Stearns practice?
Dr. Helen Stearns practices at 8797 Encino Ave, San Diego, CA 921233952. Office phone: 5738237123.
What is Dr. Helen Stearns's NPI?
Dr. Helen Stearns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417560467, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Helen Stearns commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99349); Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99350); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.