Melanie Altamirano-Cariaga, NP
Altamirano-Cariaga Nurse Practitioner
1588060198Is Melanie Altamirano-Cariaga, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Melanie Altamirano-Cariaga, NP has a trust score of 77/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Santa Monica. With 12 years of practice (above the local average of 9), they have solid experience.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Altamirano-Cariaga's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a acute care nurse practitioner?
Acute care NPs manage complex, acutely ill patients, often in hospitals and specialty settings.
When to see one: Typically in hospital or specialty inpatient settings.
More about acute care nurse practitioners →Trust Verification
- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Santa Monica, CA
Santa Monica has 228 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 9 years in practice, and 26 focused on acute care nurse practitioner. California nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the California Board of Registered Nursing, whose public record covers license status, board actions.
Peer Comparison
12
Years practicing
9
Avg in Santa Monica
228
Nurse Practitioners in Santa Monica
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Altamirano-Cariaga's license is active and unrestricted with the California board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Melanie Altamirano-Cariaga, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Melanie Altamirano-Cariaga, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1588060198) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the California Board of Registered Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Melanie Altamirano-Cariaga, NP?
Melanie Altamirano-Cariaga, NP has approximately 12 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Santa Monica has about 9 years. There are 228 nurse practitioners in Santa Monica, including 26 with a acute care nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Melanie Altamirano-Cariaga, NP located?
Melanie Altamirano-Cariaga, NP practices at Altamirano-Cariaga Nurse Practitioner, 1250 16TH ST, Santa Monica, CA 90404. Phone: (310) 319-4000.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the California Board of Registered Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, board actions. Check Altamirano-Cariaga's current standing at the source:
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Quick Facts
- Focus
- Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Female
- NPI Since
- 11/08/2014