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NICHOLAS G SMEDIRA M.D.
NPI 1124084207
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Cleveland, OH

Active since April 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
9500 EUCLID AVE, CLEVELAND, OH 44195(800) 223-2273 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 7, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Nicholas G Smedira M.d. NPPES

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

NICHOLAS G SMEDIRA M.D. (NPI 1124084207) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Cleveland, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35067017S) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124084207
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS G SMEDIRACredential: M.D.
Location Address9500 EUCLID AVECleveland, OH 44195-0001
Mailing Address6000 W Creek Rd, Suite 10Independence, OH 44131-2139 · (800) 223-2273
Phone(800) 223-2273
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateApril 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 7, 2008
✔ NPI 1124084207 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in OH · 35067017S
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
9500 EUCLID AVE, Cleveland, OH 44195
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PINSM7350391OH
Medicare UPINF86116OH
Medicaid0989604OH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and more.Insurance ›

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

Nicholas G Smedira 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 ID648275792
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060922000341, I20140521000528
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 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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
65 services65 patients
Removal of thickened heart muscle at left lower heart chamber 33416
This procedure involves the elimination of thickened heart muscle from the left lower chamber of the heart. This can help improve blood flow and heart function. It's done under anesthesia and typically involves a hospital stay for recovery.
35 services35 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
18 services18 patients
Replacement of aortic valve on heart-lung machine 33405
The aortic valve replacement on a heart-lung machine is a procedure where your faulty aortic valve is replaced with a new one. During this operation, a machine takes over the job of your heart and lungs, ensuring the blood supply to your body is maintained.
17 services17 patients
Replacement of mitral valve on heart-lung machine 33430
Mitral valve replacement involves a surgeon removing a damaged or diseased mitral valve in your heart and replacing it with a new, healthy one. This is done while your body is connected to a heart-lung machine, which takes over your heart's pumping function during the procedure.
17 services17 patients
Extensive destruction and reconstruction of right upper heart chamber on heart-lung machine 33259
This procedure involves the significant repair and rebuilding of the right upper chamber of your heart, using a heart-lung machine. This machine takes over heart and lung functions during the operation, ensuring oxygen-rich blood circulates in your body.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Cleveland Clinic Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Weston, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100289
Location3100 Weston RdWeston, FL 33331 · Broward County
Emergency services

Cleveland Clinic

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, OH
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360180
Location9500 Euclid AvenueCleveland, OH 44195 · Cuyahoga County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hillcrest Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mayfield Heights, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360230
Location6780 Mayfield RoadMayfield Heights, OH 44124 · Cuyahoga County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 44195 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
$166.65 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $41.66 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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.

MS. MARY COLLEEN RATH R.D., L.D., CNSC
Dietitian, Registered
9500 EUCLID AVE, M17
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-6986
DR. CHRISTOPHER F TENGGARDJAJA M.D.
Urology (Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery)
9500 EUCLID AVE, Q10-1
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-5600
DR. MASATO FUJIKI M.D., PH.D.
Surgery
9500 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-8007
KRISTIN R JOHNSON CNP
Nurse Practitioner
9500 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (800) 223-2273
MONICA LYNN SHEIN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
9500 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (800) 223-2273
MRS. TONYA RENEE GOINGS ACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
9500 EUCLID AVE, SUITE RC25
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-2200
MS. DANA ANNE RUBIS CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Critical Care Medicine)
9500 EUCLID AVE, G58
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (216) 444-5086
DR. RACHAEL C SULLIVAN M.D.
Surgery
9500 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Cuyahoga County (440) 449-1101

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 Nicholas Smedira's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Smedira is 1124084207. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 26, 2006.

Where is Nicholas Smedira located?

Nicholas Smedira practices at 9500 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44195. The listed phone number is (800) 223-2273.

What is Nicholas Smedira's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Nicholas Smedira enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Smedira 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.

What insurance does Nicholas Smedira accept?

Health plans from AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and Oscar Insurance Corporation of Ohio list Nicholas Smedira as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Nicholas Smedira affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Smedira is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Hospital, Cleveland Clinic and Hillcrest Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Smedira was last updated on February 7, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.