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Dr. Montessa Edwards, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · West Hollywood, CA
- NPI 1720244601
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 86.3 / 100 · 2023
- 18 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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8700 Beverly Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 900481804
(410) 423-8753 - Mailing address
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5318 E 2Nd St, #691
Long Beach, CA 908035324
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 13, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A111214 · Texas #Q2541
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720244601. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
420
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$69,478
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 287 | 282 | $181 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 66 | 66 | $125 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 39 | 39 | $220 | |
76604 |
Ultrasound scan of chest | 15 | 15 | $28 | |
93308 |
Ultrasound of heart, follow-up | 13 | 13 | $25 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in this city , average services per provider: 117. This provider delivers 3.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
71
Patients
69
Total drug cost
$352
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 42 | 41 | $224 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 16 | 15 | $85 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 13 | 13 | $43 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Montessa Edwards's medical specialty?
Dr. Montessa Edwards practices Emergency Medicine Physician in West Hollywood, CA.
Where does Dr. Montessa Edwards practice?
Dr. Montessa Edwards practices at 8700 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 900481804. Office phone: 4104238753.
What is Dr. Montessa Edwards's NPI?
Dr. Montessa Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720244601, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Montessa Edwards accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Montessa Edwards accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Montessa Edwards commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.