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DR. LESTER GOTTESMAN MD
NPI 1215939012
Colon & Rectal Surgery in New York, NY

Active since August 11, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
425 W 59TH ST, SUITE 9A, NEW YORK, NY 10019(212) 523-8417(212) 523-8186 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Lester Gottesman Md NPPES

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

DR. LESTER GOTTESMAN MD (NPI 1215939012) is an individual colon & rectal surgery provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (138485) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mount Sinai St Luke's Roosevelt Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215939012
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208C00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LESTER GOTTESMANCredential: MD
Location Address425 W 59TH ST, SUITE 9ANew York, NY 10019
Mailing Address425 W 59th St, Suite 9aNew York, NY 10019 · (212) 523-8417 · Fax (212) 523-8186
Phone(212) 523-8417
Fax(212) 523-8186
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateAugust 11, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1215939012 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyColon & Rectal SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208C00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 138485
Definition
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
425 W 59TH ST, New York, NY 10019
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPIN97D0301
Medicaid00896066NY
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedB21616NY

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. Lester Gottesman 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 ID7214963891
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050714000748
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 4

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.

Diagnostic exam of rectum and lower large bowel using an endoscope 45300
This procedure, known as a sigmoidoscopy, involves using a thin, flexible instrument called an endoscope to examine your lower large bowel and rectum. This helps in identifying any abnormalities or issues that could affect your digestive health.
53 services42 patients
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.
29 services29 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.
28 services22 patients
Diagnostic exam of anus using an endoscope 46600
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible instrument called an endoscope to examine the anal area. It helps detect any abnormal conditions or issues. It's a safe, routine exam performed by a healthcare professional.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mount Sinai St Luke's Roosevelt Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330046
Location1000 Tenth AvenueNew York, NY 10019 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10019 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
$102.04 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $25.51 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

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.

DR. LYNN R ALLEN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
425 W 59TH ST, 8TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10019
New York County (212) 492-5500
DR. DAVID COVEN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
425 W 59TH ST, 9-C
NEW YORK, NY 10019
New York County (212) 492-5550
DR. BETTE KIM M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
425 W 59TH ST, 9-C
NEW YORK, NY 10019
New York County (212) 492-5550
RENUKA D. PAKA M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
425 W 59TH ST, 4B
NEW YORK, NY 10019
New York County (212) 581-8675
NENAD TRUBELJA MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
425 W 59TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10019
New York County (212) 752-2700
DR. SAUD A. SADIQ M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
425 W 59TH ST, SUITE 7C
NEW YORK, NY 10019
New York County (212) 523-8070
SLRCH FACULTY PRACTICE
Surgery
425 W 59TH ST, SUITE 7A
NEW YORK, NY 10019
New York County (212) 523-7500
CHAIM KOZLOVSKY PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
425 W 59TH ST, 10TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10019
New York County (212) 523-7791

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 Lester Gottesman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lester Gottesman is 1215939012. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 11, 2005.

Where is Lester Gottesman located?

Lester Gottesman practices at 425 W 59th St Suite 9A, New York, NY 10019. The listed phone number is (212) 523-8417.

What is Lester Gottesman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Colon & Rectal Surgery with taxonomy code 208C00000X.

Is Lester Gottesman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lester Gottesman 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.

Is Lester Gottesman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lester Gottesman is affiliated with Mount Sinai St Luke's Roosevelt Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lester Gottesman was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.