DENNIS J RASSIAS MD
NPI 1346227337
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Albany, NY

Q: What is Dennis Rassias's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dennis Rassias is 1346227337. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 29, 2005.

Q: What is Dennis Rassias's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dennis Rassias was last updated on December 12, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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.

Active since December 29, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

317 S MANNING BLVD, SUITE 280, ALBANY, NY 12208(518) 454-0846(518) 454-0849 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 12, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 12, 2025, Jun 9, 2021, Jun 23, 2016 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dennis J Rassias Md NPPES

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

DENNIS J RASSIAS MD (NPI 1346227337) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Albany, New York, licensed in New York (230623) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Peter's Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Troy.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346227337

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDENNIS J RASSIASCredential: MD

Location Address317 S MANNING BLVD, SUITE 280Albany, NY 12208-1738

Mailing AddressPo Box 14890Albany, NY 12212-4890 · (518) 525-5634 · Fax (518) 649-4094

Phone(518) 454-0846

Fax(518) 454-0849

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateDecember 29, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 12, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedDecember 12, 2025

✔ NPI 1346227337 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

Licenses✔ Licensed in NY · 230623✔ Licensed in MA · 224906

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.

317 S MANNING BLVD, Albany, NY 12208

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12231 Burdett Ave Ste 230Troy, NY 12180-2447 · Phone (518) 271-5527 · Fax (518) 833-7909

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

Dennis J Rassias 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 ID4385673862

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070928000137

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 13

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 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.

145 services65 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.

93 services93 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.

74 services65 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

62 services61 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443

This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.

54 services49 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442

This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.

37 services33 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.

36 services36 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.

36 services35 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.

31 services30 patients

Removal of lymph nodes of chest cavity using an endoscope 32674

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to access and remove lymph nodes in the chest cavity. It's a minimally invasive method, which can help in diagnosing or treating certain conditions.

24 services24 patients

Exam of lung with removal of lung lobe using an endoscope 32663

This is a procedure where an endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera, is used to examine the lung and remove a lobe if necessary. It's less invasive than traditional surgery, resulting in shorter recovery time.

19 services19 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.

15 services15 patients

Review by radiologist of image to guide opening of digestive tract 74360

This procedure involves a radiologist examining an image of your digestive tract. The image helps the radiologist determine the best way to open your digestive tract, if necessary. This is done to diagnose or treat certain conditions. It's a common, safe procedure.

13 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

St Peter's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albany, NY

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330057

Location315 South Manning BoulevardAlbany, NY 12208 · Albany County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Columbia Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hudson, NY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330094

Location71 Prospect AvenueHudson, NY 12534 · Columbia County

Emergency services

Ellis Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Schenectady, NY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330153

Location1101 Nott StreetSchenectady, NY 12308 · Schenectady County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Samaritan Hospital Of Troy, New York

Acute Care Hospitals · Troy, NY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330180

Location2215 Burdett AvenueTroy, NY 12180 · Rensselaer County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 12208 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

$166.88 typical visit price

range $54.87 – $166.88

Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$68.57 typical visit price

range $17.54 – $136.14

Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

Percentage of patients with referrals, regardless of age, for which the referring provider receives a report from the provider to whom the patient was referred

53%73 patients3/55-star benchmark: 95%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

97%1,709 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

90%148 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%

Health Information Exchange

The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…

4%161 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

96%56 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

66%85 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

79%86 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

Patients screenedForUse: 98% · 46 patients

Patients tobacco: 26% · 53 patients

87%46 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

52%85 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

20%85 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%

View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.

36%85 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers36 claims36 services$14.08 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

2 suppliers45 claims45 services$66.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

MS. NANCY JOAN EGERTON PHARMD

Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)

317 S MANNING BLVD, STE 310
ALBANY, NY 12208

Albany County (518) 489-0044

ARTHUR LEWIS SUNKIN MD

Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)

317 S MANNING BLVD, SUITE 100
ALBANY, NY 12208

Albany County (518) 525-1869

JOSHUA MICHAEL MCCORMICK

Social Worker (Clinical)

317 S MANNING BLVD
ALBANY, NY 12208

Albany County (518) 525-8718

ALBANY RADIATION ONCOLOGY ASSOCIATES LLC

Radiology (Radiation Oncology)

317 S MANNING BLVD, SUITE 100
ALBANY, NY 12208

Albany County (518) 525-1404

DR. CHRISTIAN ANTHONY GASSON MD

Radiology (Radiation Oncology)

317 S MANNING BLVD, SUITE 100
ALBANY, NY 12208

Albany County (518) 525-1404

DUNCAN EDWARD SAVAGE MD

Radiology (Radiation Oncology)

317 S MANNING BLVD, SUITE 100
ALBANY, NY 12208

Albany County (518) 525-1404

STEPHEN J SILLS M.D.

Ophthalmology

317 S MANNING BLVD, SUITE # 210
ALBANY, NY 12208

Albany County (518) 489-8409

ST. PETER'S HEALTH PARTNERS MEDICAL ASSOCIATES

Surgery

317 S MANNING BLVD, SUITE 280
ALBANY, NY 12208

Albany County (518) 454-0846

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 Dennis Rassias's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dennis Rassias is 1346227337. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 29, 2005.

Where is Dennis Rassias located?

Dennis Rassias practices at 317 S Manning Blvd Suite 280, Albany, NY 12208. The listed phone number is (518) 454-0846.

What is Dennis Rassias's specialty?

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

Is Dennis Rassias enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dennis Rassias 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 Dennis Rassias affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Dennis Rassias is affiliated with St Peter's Hospital, Columbia Memorial Hospital, Ellis Hospital and Samaritan Hospital Of Troy, New York.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dennis Rassias was last updated on December 12, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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.