Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cara Firch, PA-C
Physician Assistant · Sterling, IL
- NPI 1730585514
- Accepts Medicare
- 12 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
101 E Miller RD
Sterling, IL 610811252
(815) 625-4790
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 10, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #085005242
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1730585514. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
673
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$46,982
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 368 | 278 | $81 | |
99441 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes | 85 | 80 | $29 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 78 | 76 | $55 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 76 | 76 | $112 | |
91200 |
Measurement of liver stiffness | 29 | 28 | $9 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 25 | 25 | $55 | |
91065 |
Measurement of hydrogen in breath to test for stomach and bowel symptoms | 12 | 12 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 92. This provider delivers 7.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,604
Transactions
103
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 30 | $465.86 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 19 | $268.48 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 10 | $203.64 | |
| AIMMUNE THERAPEUTICS, INC. | 15 | $189.37 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 13 | $180.85 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 6 | $107.65 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $57.15 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 3 | $56.94 | |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 3 | $47.17 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $26.47 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,171
Patients
790
Total drug cost
$210,625
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 875 | 289 | $17,706 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 315 | 120 | $6,033 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 247 | 81 | $5,737 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 145 | 64 | $4,214 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 110 | 53 | $7,478 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 97 | 36 | $54,425 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 88 | 27 | $98,960 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 62 | 28 | $896 |
| Diphenoxylate-Atropine (Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropine) | Brand | 58 | 18 | $2,637 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 51 | 16 | $3,610 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cara Firch's medical specialty?
Dr. Cara Firch practices Physician Assistant in Sterling, IL.
Where does Dr. Cara Firch practice?
Dr. Cara Firch practices at 101 E Miller RD, Sterling, IL 610811252. Office phone: 8156254790.
What is Dr. Cara Firch's NPI?
Dr. Cara Firch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730585514, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cara Firch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cara Firch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cara Firch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99441); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.