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DR. ERIK SYLVIN M.D. M.S.
NPI 1275786253
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since November 04, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
200 LOTHROP ST, C 800, PITTSBURGH, PA 15213(412) 647-7555(412) 647-4710 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 4, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 4, 2022, Feb 1, 2019, Aug 14, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Erik Sylvin M.d. M.s. NPPES

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

DR. ERIK SYLVIN M.D. M.S. (NPI 1275786253) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Florida (ME137675) and active in the NPI registry since November 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Atlantis.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275786253
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ERIK SYLVINCredential: M.D. M.S.
Location Address200 LOTHROP ST, C 800Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2536
Mailing Address180 Jfk Dr Ste 320Atlantis, FL 33462-6641 · (561) 548-4900 · Fax (561) 434-5165
Phone(412) 647-7555
Fax(412) 647-4710
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateNovember 4, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 4, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1275786253 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 FL · ME137675
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.
200 LOTHROP ST, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1180 JFK Dr Ste 320Atlantis, FL 33462-6641 · Phone (561) 548-4900 · Fax (561) 434-5165

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

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

Dr. Erik Sylvin M.d. M.s. 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 ID2062715113
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190313000223
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Erik Sylvin reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Holy Cross Hospital Inc
982 mi
Internal Medicine
4725 N FEDERAL HIGHWAY, HCMG BILLING DEPARTMENT
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 393 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1467401877 (954) 351-4702

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 5

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 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.
82 services30 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
31 services31 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
17 services17 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.
16 services16 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
14 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Holy Cross Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Lauderdale, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number100073
Location4725 N Federal HwyFort Lauderdale, FL 33308 · Broward County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15213 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
$166.87 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $41.71 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

CHELSIE DAHL
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
200 LOTHROP ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-5909
OTHMAN MOHAMED-ASEM ABDUL-MALAK
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
200 LOTHROP ST, F600 PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-2345
KAITLEN MORGAN
Nurse Practitioner (Critical Care Medicine)
200 LOTHROP ST, 613 SCAIFE HALL
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-2345
UTPAL JHA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
200 LOTHROP ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 530-6274
RACHEL IVY FRICK
Occupational Therapist
200 LOTHROP ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-6017
ARTUR ZGUROV MD
Neurological Surgery
200 LOTHROP ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-2345
KAREN KAIJIE XU MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
200 LOTHROP ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-2345
SAM ALLEN MICHELHAUGH MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
200 LOTHROP ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 770-4949

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 Erik Sylvin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Erik Sylvin is 1275786253. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 4, 2008.

Where is Erik Sylvin located?

Erik Sylvin practices at 200 Lothrop St C 800, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. The listed phone number is (412) 647-7555.

What is Erik Sylvin's specialty?

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

Is Erik Sylvin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Erik Sylvin 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 organization bills Medicare for Erik Sylvin's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Erik Sylvin reassigns Medicare benefits to Holy Cross Hospital Inc (Ft. Lauderdale, FL). The 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 Erik Sylvin's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Erik Sylvin accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 2 other insurers list Erik Sylvin 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 Erik Sylvin affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Erik Sylvin is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Erik Sylvin was last updated on January 4, 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.