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DR. ANNE CAROLINE BANAS M.D.
NPI 1255650842
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Amherst, NY

Active since May 22, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200, AMHERST, NY 14226(716) 852-4772 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 7, 2023, Feb 19, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Anne Caroline Banas M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ANNE CAROLINE BANAS M.D. (NPI 1255650842) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Amherst, New York, licensed in New York (247492) and active in the NPI registry since May 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Erie County Medical Center, and is a graduate of State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255650842
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. ANNE CAROLINE BANASCredential: M.D.
Location Address3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200Amherst, NY 14226-1741
Mailing AddressPo Box 488Buffalo, NY 14240-0488 · (716) 852-4772 · Fax (716) 314-0421
Phone(716) 852-4772
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Buffalo School Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateMay 22, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 7, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 7, 2023
✔ NPI 1255650842 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 247492
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200, Amherst, NY 14226
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Anne Caroline Wolpiuk M.d.

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

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. Anne Caroline Banas 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 ID8820262561
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111115000795
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 8

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
169 services99 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.
50 services41 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
46 services34 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
33 services22 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
22 services14 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
19 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Erie County Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number330219
Location462 Grider StreetBuffalo, NY 14215 · Erie County
Emergency services

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

DR. RAKHI SHAH BARKOWSKI M.D.
Internal Medicine
3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200
AMHERST, NY 14226
Erie County (716) 852-4772
MARIA VELEZ
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200
BUFFALO, NY 14226
Erie County (716) 609-4772
NICOLE BOYD ANP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200
AMHERST, NY 14226
Erie County (716) 852-4772
MS. EMILY MARIE LUDWIG
Physician Assistant
3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200
AMHERST, NY 14226
Erie County (716) 833-2200
DR. RYAN JAMES MIKAC D.O.
Family Medicine
3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200
AMHERST, NY 14226
Erie County (716) 309-4772
PAISLEY BROOKE MAFI DO
Family Medicine
3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200
AMHERST, NY 14226
Erie County (716) 833-2200
ASHLEY SKIPPER PA-C
Physician Assistant
3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200
AMHERST, NY 14226
Erie County (716) 833-2200
DANIELLE THOMPSON PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
3980A SHERIDAN DR STE 200
AMHERST, NY 14226
Erie County (716) 833-2200

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 Anne Banas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Anne Banas is 1255650842. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 22, 2010. The provider is also known as Dr. Anne Caroline Wolpiuk M.D..

Where is Anne Banas located?

Anne Banas practices at 3980A Sheridan Dr Ste 200, Amherst, NY 14226. The listed phone number is (716) 852-4772.

What is Anne Banas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Anne Banas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Anne Banas 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 Anne Banas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Anne Banas is affiliated with Erie County Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Anne Banas was last updated on December 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.