THOMAS G GLEASON MD
NPI 1134164239
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Asheville, NC

Active since June 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
257 MCDOWELL ST, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803(828) 258-1121(828) 252-6114 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 11, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: May 11, 2022, Jun 8, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Thomas G Gleason Md NPPES

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

THOMAS G GLEASON MD (NPI 1134164239) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Asheville, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2022-01004) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce, and is a graduate of Rush Medical College Of Rush University (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1134164239
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameTHOMAS G GLEASONCredential: MD
Location Address257 MCDOWELL STAsheville, NC 28803-2606
Mailing Address257 Mcdowell StAsheville, NC 28803-2606 · (828) 258-1121 · Fax (828) 252-6114
Fax(828) 252-6114
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSRush Medical College Of Rush UniversityGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJune 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 11, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 11, 2022
✔ NPI 1134164239 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
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2022-01004✔ Licensed in PA · MD071478L✔ Licensed in IL · 036112836✔ Licensed in MD · D91723
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.
257 MCDOWELL ST, Asheville, NC 28803

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Thomas G Gleason Md 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 ID6406759133
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220519002720
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 Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Thomas Gleason reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Same address
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
257 MCDOWELL ST
Asheville, NC 28803
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 15 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
1100 WASHINGTON AVE, SUITE 115
Carnegie, PA 15106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 7,114 clinicians in this Medicare group
Specialist
419 W REDWOOD ST
Baltimore, MD 21201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
  • 65 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
75 FRANCIS ST
Boston, MA 02115
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 4,574 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 12

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.

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
54 services54 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing 93005
An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple, painless test that records the heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your skin, it generates a tracing of your heart rhythm. It helps detect any heart problems by showing the timing and strength of electrical signals passing through each part of your heart.
46 services46 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
42 services42 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.
41 services41 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
36 services36 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.
31 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce

Acute Care Hospitals · Asheville, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340002
Location509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801 · Buncombe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Harris Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sylva, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340016
Location68 Hospital RdSylva, NC 28779 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hendersonville, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340017
Location800 N Justice StHendersonville, NC 28791 · Henderson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventhealth Hendersonville

Acute Care Hospitals · Hendersonville, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340023
Location100 Hospital DriveHendersonville, NC 28792 · Henderson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Haywood Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Clyde, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340184
Location262 Leroy George DriveClyde, NC 28721 · Haywood County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28803 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
$165.09 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $41.27 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
257 MCDOWELL ST
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
257 MCDOWELL ST
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
257 MCDOWELL ST
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Nurse Practitioner
257 MCDOWELL ST
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
257 MCDOWELL ST
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
257 MCDOWELL ST
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
257 MCDOWELL ST
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Physician Assistant
257 MCDOWELL ST
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

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 Thomas Gleason's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Gleason is 1134164239. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2006.

Where is Thomas Gleason located?

Thomas Gleason practices at 257 Mcdowell St, Asheville, NC 28803. The listed phone number is (828) 258-1121.

What is Thomas Gleason's specialty?

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

Is Thomas Gleason enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Gleason 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 organizations bill Medicare for Thomas Gleason's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Gleason reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Asheville Heart PA (Asheville, NC), University Of Pittsburgh Physicians (Carnegie, PA), University Of Maryland Surgical Associates, PA (Baltimore, MD) and Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc (Boston, MA). Each 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 Thomas Gleason's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Thomas Gleason affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Gleason is affiliated with Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce, Harris Regional Hospital, Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville and Haywood Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Gleason was last updated on May 11, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.