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TARA KNIZNER
NPI 1316103906
Anesthesiology in Monroeville, PA

Active since August 03, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
2775 MOSSIDE BLVD, UPMC EAST, MONROEVILLE, PA 15146(215) 847-9003 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 15, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 15, 2021, May 26, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Tara Knizner NPPES

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

TARA KNIZNER (NPI 1316103906) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD446401) and active in the NPI registry since August 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc East, and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316103906
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameTARA KNIZNER
Location Address2775 MOSSIDE BLVD, UPMC EASTMonroeville, PA 15146-2760
Mailing Address200 Lothrop St, Suite 9055 Forbes TowerPittsburgh, PA 15213-2536
Phone(215) 847-9003
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateAugust 3, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJune 15, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1316103906 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD446401
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
2775 MOSSIDE BLVD, Monroeville, PA 15146
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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

Tara Knizner 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 ID9537317987
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120911000018
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 6

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.

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
26 services26 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.
23 services23 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202
This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement 01638
Anesthesia for total shoulder joint replacement, either open or endoscopic, involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only the area being operated on is numbed). This ensures comfort and stillness, facilitating a successful procedure.
12 services12 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Upmc East

Acute Care Hospitals · Monroeville, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390328
Location2775 Mosside BoulevardMonroeville, PA 15146 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

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.

77.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.61
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.4

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.

DEHN UNTERZUBER PA-C
Physician Assistant
2775 MOSSIDE BLVD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Allegheny County (412) 357-3061
STEPHANIE NICOLE LANDIS DPT
Physical Therapist
2775 MOSSIDE BLVD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Allegheny County (412) 357-3674
CAROLINE BRYN MULLINEAUX PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
2775 MOSSIDE BLVD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Allegheny County (877) 287-3422
RAHUL JOHAR KUMAR M.D.
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
2775 MOSSIDE BLVD, DEPT RADIATION ONCOLOGY
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Allegheny County (412) 357-3037
MAURA KRISTIN RETHAGE
Physical Therapist
2775 MOSSIDE BLVD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Allegheny County (412) 357-3000
MS. BETH ANN NOWICKI OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
2775 MOSSIDE BLVD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Allegheny County (412) 357-3000
CLAIRE WILEY MA, RD, LDN
Dietitian, Registered
2775 MOSSIDE BLVD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Allegheny County (412) 357-7119
MEAGAN CLARK PT
Physical Therapist
2775 MOSSIDE BLVD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Allegheny County (412) 357-7706

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 Tara Knizner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tara Knizner is 1316103906. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 3, 2008.

Where is Tara Knizner located?

Tara Knizner practices at 2775 Mosside Blvd Upmc East, Monroeville, PA 15146. The listed phone number is (215) 847-9003.

What is Tara Knizner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Tara Knizner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tara Knizner 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 Tara Knizner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Tara Knizner is affiliated with Upmc East.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tara Knizner was last updated on June 15, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.