Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Catherine Fernandez, ARNP
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Tacoma, WA
- NPI 1285349845
- Accepts Medicare
- 4 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1717 S J St
Tacoma, WA 984054933
(253) 426-6911
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2023 — 3 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2022 — 4 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #AP61347036
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1285349845. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
188
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$12,402
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 62 | 49 | $119 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 51 | 44 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 28 | 26 | $84 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 17 | 17 | $120 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 15 | 14 | $8 | |
85610 |
Blood test, clotting time | 15 | 15 | $4 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 63 peers in this city , average services per provider: 81. This provider delivers 2.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
72
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$417
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 14 | 0 | $100 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 14 | 0 | $118 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $44 |
| Citalopram Hbr (Citalopram Hydrobromide) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $31 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 11 | 0 | $56 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 11 | 0 | $69 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Catherine Fernandez's medical specialty?
Dr. Catherine Fernandez practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, WA.
Where does Dr. Catherine Fernandez practice?
Dr. Catherine Fernandez practices at 1717 S J St, Tacoma, WA 984054933. Office phone: 2534266911.
What is Dr. Catherine Fernandez's NPI?
Dr. Catherine Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285349845, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Catherine Fernandez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Catherine Fernandez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Catherine Fernandez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.