Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Tara Retson, PHD, MD

Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · San Diego, CA

  • NPI 1740643204
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 10 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 921039000
(800) 926-8273
fax (888) 539-8781
Mailing address
Po Box 232410
San Diego, CA 921932410

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
April 2016 — 10 yrs on file
Profile last updated
November 2, 2023
Year of graduation
2016 — 10 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
2085R0202X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #A161838

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740643204. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
49
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$1,210
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
71045 X-ray of chest, 1 view 25 25 $9
70450 Ct scan head or brain without contrast 24 24 $41

In context: peer comparison

Among 125 peers in San Diego Diagnostic Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 189. This provider delivers 0.3× the peer median.

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Tara Retson's medical specialty?
Dr. Tara Retson practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Tara Retson practice?
Dr. Tara Retson practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 921039000. Office phone: 8009268273.
What is Dr. Tara Retson's NPI?
Dr. Tara Retson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740643204, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Tara Retson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Tara Retson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Tara Retson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of chest, 1 view (HCPCS 71045); Ct scan head or brain without contrast (HCPCS 70450). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.