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SOUTH NASSAU ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY AND SPORTS MEDICINE, P.C.
NPI 1154332344
Orthopaedic Surgery in Valley Stream, NY

Active since August 11, 2006
40 E MERRICK RD, VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580(516) 825-1101(718) 766-9763 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 2, 2026, Jul 2, 2025 (2 updates tracked since 2025).

About South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.c. NPPES

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

SOUTH NASSAU ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY AND SPORTS MEDICINE, P.C. (NPI 1154332344) is a healthcare organization registered as an orthopaedic surgery in Valley Stream, New York and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. The organization lists Betsy Vargas, Billing Collections Manager, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154332344
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Legal Business NameSOUTH NASSAU ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY AND SPORTS MEDICINE, P.C.
Location Address40 E MERRICK RDValley Stream, NY 11580-5947
Mailing Address185 Kingsland StNutley, NJ 07110-1119 · (516) 825-1101 · Fax (718) 766-9763
Phone(516) 825-1101
Fax(718) 766-9763
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialBetsy VargasBilling Collections Manager · (973) 816-2259
Enumeration DateAugust 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 2, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 2, 2026
✔ NPI 1154332344 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
40 E MERRICK RD, Valley Stream, NY 11580
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.c. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

6

Medicare enrollment records show 6 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C., which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 3 practice within 10 miles. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians, nearest first (6)

Richard Parker, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1184723587
64 S CENTRAL AVE
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 825-1101
✔ PECOS0.7 mi
Neil Kirschen, MD
Anesthesiology
NPI 1720062326
77 NORTH CENTRE AVE SUITE 202
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
(516) 764-7246
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare2.5 mi
Neil Watnik, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1679598445
410 LAKEVILLE ROAD SUITE 303
New Hyde Park, NY 11042
(516) 775-7898
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.5 mi
Craig Capeci, M.D.
Sports Medicine
NPI 1144426321
55 E 86TH ST # 1A
New York, NY 10028
(212) 348-3636
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare16 mi
Mark Decker, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
NPI 1023002862
150 E SUNRISE HWY 208
Lindenhurst, NY 11757
(631) 225-7200
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare17 mi
Michael Zilles, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1013004530
200 WESTAGE BUSINESS CTR DR STE 115
Fishkill, NY 12524
(845) 896-4178
✔ PECOS60 mi

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

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 South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C.'s NPI number?

The NPI number for South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C. is 1154332344. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on August 11, 2006.

Where is South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C. located?

South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C. is located at 40 E Merrick Rd, Valley Stream, NY 11580. The listed phone number is (516) 825-1101.

What is South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C.'s specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C. enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C. is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C.?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 6 clinicians in 4 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C.. A 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 the clinician's services. The largest specialties are Orthopedic Surgery (3), Anesthesiology (1) and Diagnostic Radiology (1). Of these, 3 practice within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for South Nassau Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine, P.C. was last updated on October 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 days 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.