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DR. GEORGE PLITAS M.D.
NPI 1013179878
Surgery - Surgical Oncology in New York, NY

Active since July 01, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.76/100
CMS Quality Rating
300 E 66TH ST, EVELYN H. LAUDER BREAST CENTER, NEW YORK, NY 10065(646) 888-4587(646) 888-4917 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 20, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. George Plitas M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. GEORGE PLITAS M.D. (NPI 1013179878) is an individual surgical oncology provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (248721) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New York University School Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013179878
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086X0206X
Provider Legal NameDR. GEORGE PLITASCredential: M.D.
Location Address300 E 66TH ST, EVELYN H. LAUDER BREAST CENTERNew York, NY 10065-6800
Mailing Address300 E 66th St, Evelyn H. Lauder Breast CenterNew York, NY 10065-6800 · (646) 888-4587 · Fax (646) 888-4917
Phone(646) 888-4587
Fax(646) 888-4917
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York University School Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJuly 1, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 20, 2012
✔ NPI 1013179878 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086X0206X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 248721
Definition

A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.

300 E 66TH ST, New York, NY 10065
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. George Plitas M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8628225067
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120820001204
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
139 services122 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
50 services50 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
29 services26 patients
Partial removal of breast 19301
A partial removal of the breast, also known as a lumpectomy, involves taking out a portion of the breast tissue to eliminate concerning cells. It's typically performed when the problem area is limited in size. This procedure helps to preserve most of the breast's appearance while aiming to remove all the unhealthy cells.
26 services25 patients
Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm 38525
A biopsy or removal of deep underarm lymph nodes is a procedure where a small sample of lymph node tissue is taken for testing. This helps in diagnosing or ruling out conditions like infections or cancers. It involves a small incision and is typically done under local or general anesthesia.
16 services16 patients
Imaging of lymph nodes during surgery 38900
Imaging of lymph nodes during surgery involves taking detailed pictures of your lymph nodes to help surgeons see and assess them in real-time. This procedure can aid in detecting disease, guiding treatment, and improving surgical precision.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10065 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$198.19 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $49.54 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$81.44 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

90.76/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality87.87
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DENA RAHMAN
Pharmacist
300 E 66TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 888-5402
DR. KIEN NGO PHARMD
Pharmacist
300 E 66TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 888-5402
SUSAN WAN
Pharmacist
300 E 66TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 888-5402
CATHY SENDER
Pharmacist
300 E 66TH ST, 3RD FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (888) 646-5402
MELISSA M LEE-TEH PHARMD
Pharmacist
300 E 66TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 888-5430
MR. KAMAL KUMAR KHUSHWANI R.PH.
Pharmacist
300 E 66TH ST, PHARMACY
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 888-5430
MS. CATHERINE Y CHAN PHARM D
Pharmacist
300 E 66TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 888-5402
KRISTEN COGNETTI NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
300 E 66TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 888-5086

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is George Plitas's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Plitas is 1013179878. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 1, 2008.

Where is George Plitas located?

George Plitas practices at 300 E 66th St Evelyn H. Lauder Breast Center, New York, NY 10065. The listed phone number is (646) 888-4587.

What is George Plitas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Oncology, with taxonomy code 2086X0206X.

Is George Plitas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. George Plitas is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for George Plitas was last updated on July 20, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.