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HELEN CARRERAS-SUCHANICK D.O.
NPI 1013986256
Family Medicine in Dunkirk, NY

Active since March 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
19 LAKE SHORE DR W, DUNKIRK, NY 14048(716) 363-6377 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 11, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Helen Carreras-suchanick D.o. NPPES

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

HELEN CARRERAS-SUCHANICK D.O. (NPI 1013986256) is an individual family medicine provider in Dunkirk, New York, licensed in New York (225376) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Brooks-tlc Hospital System, Inc, and is a graduate of Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013986256
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameHELEN CARRERAS-SUCHANICKCredential: D.O.
Location Address19 LAKE SHORE DR WDunkirk, NY 14048-1513
Mailing Address50 Alcona AveAmherst, NY 14226-2201 · (716) 834-1193
Phone(716) 363-6377
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSPhiladelphia College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateMarch 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 11, 2009
✔ NPI 1013986256 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 225376
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
19 LAKE SHORE DR W, Dunkirk, NY 14048
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Other Identifiers 10

Other040804000009NY · Fidelis
OtherP00161128Railroad Medicare
Other00026138803NY · Univera
Medicare UPING78566
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedIA0038
Other609263600NY · Department Of Labor
Other000000088116Ghi
Other0111474NY · Independent Health
Medicaid02367215NY
Other000526855003NY · Blue Cross

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Helen Carreras-suchanick D.o. 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 ID6204732308
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031210000067
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Helen Carreras-suchanick reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

C & S Medical Bldg. Inc.
Same address
Family Medicine
19 LAKE SHORE DR W
Dunkirk, NY 14048
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
NPI 1770500647 (716) 363-6377

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
68 services50 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
65 services64 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
62 services62 patients
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.
53 services32 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
31 services30 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
30 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Brooks-Tlc Hospital System, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Dunkirk, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330229
Location529 Central AvenueDunkirk, NY 14048 · Chautauqua County
Emergency services

Upmc Chautauqua At Wca

Acute Care Hospitals · Jamestown, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330239
Location207 Foote AvenueJamestown, NY 14701 · Chautauqua County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14048 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
$84.93 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.08 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $24.27 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers22 claims75 services$6.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers14 claims24 services$1.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

C & S MEDICAL BLDG. INC.
Family Medicine
19 LAKE SHORE DR W
DUNKIRK, NY 14048
Chautauqua County (716) 363-6377

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 Helen Carreras-suchanick's NPI number?

The NPI number for Helen Carreras-suchanick is 1013986256. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 17, 2006.

Where is Helen Carreras-suchanick located?

Helen Carreras-suchanick practices at 19 Lake Shore Dr W, Dunkirk, NY 14048. The listed phone number is (716) 363-6377.

What is Helen Carreras-suchanick's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Helen Carreras-suchanick enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Helen Carreras-suchanick 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Helen Carreras-suchanick's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Helen Carreras-suchanick reassigns Medicare benefits to C & S Medical Bldg. Inc. (Dunkirk, NY). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Helen Carreras-suchanick's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Helen Carreras-suchanick affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Helen Carreras-suchanick is affiliated with Brooks-Tlc Hospital System, Inc and Upmc Chautauqua At Wca.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Helen Carreras-suchanick was last updated on March 11, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.