Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kara Cochran, PA
Physician Assistant · Emergency Medicine Physician · Fairfax, VA
- NPI 1265609788
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3600 Joseph Siewick Dr, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
Fairfax, VA 220331709
(703) 391-3842
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 1, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Virginia #0110002751
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1265609788. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
680
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$40,428
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 322 | 267 | $88 | |
87804 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus | 90 | 45 | $16 | |
87426 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus | 63 | 61 | $35 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 55 | 45 | $3 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 38 | 38 | $109 | |
87880 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) | 34 | 34 | $16 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 22 | 21 | $34 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 18 | 18 | $56 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 14 | 13 | $14 | |
69209 |
Removal of impacted ear wax by washing | 13 | 12 | $17 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 41 peers in Fairfax Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 171. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
135
Patients
131
Total drug cost
$1,759
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 29 | 29 | $307 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 25 | 25 | $156 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 20 | 18 | $506 |
| Paxlovid (Eua) (Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir) | Brand | 20 | 20 | $215 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 17 | 15 | $182 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 12 | 12 | $309 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 12 | 12 | $84 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kara Cochran's medical specialty?
Dr. Kara Cochran practices Physician Assistant in Fairfax, VA.
Where does Dr. Kara Cochran practice?
Dr. Kara Cochran practices at 3600 Joseph Siewick Dr, Fairfax, VA 220331709. Office phone: 7033913842.
What is Dr. Kara Cochran's NPI?
Dr. Kara Cochran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265609788, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kara Cochran accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kara Cochran accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kara Cochran commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus (HCPCS 87804); Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (HCPCS 87426). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.