DR. YITZHAK DAVID TWERSKY M.D.
NPI 1386625556
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Lawrence, NY

Active since November 07, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.67/100
CMS Quality Rating
290 CENTRAL AVE, 204, LAWRENCE, NY 11559(516) 371-1973(516) 239-6866 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 1, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Yitzhak David Twersky M.d. NPPES

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

DR. YITZHAK DAVID TWERSKY M.D. (NPI 1386625556) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Lawrence, New York, licensed in New York (172791) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St John's Episcopal Hospital At South Shore, and is a graduate of Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386625556
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. YITZHAK DAVID TWERSKYCredential: M.D.
Location Address290 CENTRAL AVE, 204Lawrence, NY 11559-8507
Mailing Address290 Central Ave, 204Lawrence, NY 11559-8507 · (516) 371-1973 · Fax (516) 239-6866
Fax(516) 239-6866
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSAlbert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateNovember 7, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 1, 2012
✔ NPI 1386625556 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 172791
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
290 CENTRAL AVE, Lawrence, NY 11559

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINE74728NY
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified71F921NY
Medicaid01274804NY

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. Yitzhak David Twersky 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 ID9830112770
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060106000305
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Yitzhak Twersky reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Internal Medicine
712 BEACH 20TH ST
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 19 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
327 BEACH 19TH ST
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 149 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 9

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.
650 services152 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.
190 services151 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
137 services37 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.
51 services46 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
38 services38 patients
Insertion of stomach tube using a flexible endoscope 43246
This procedure involves the use of a flexible endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera, to insert a stomach tube. It helps doctors view and access your stomach without surgery. It's typically performed under sedation to ensure comfort.
27 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St John's Episcopal Hospital At South Shore

Acute Care Hospitals · Far Rockaway, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330395
Location327 Beach 19th StreetFar Rockaway, NY 11691 · Queens County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 11559 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
$154.28 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $38.57 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$117.62 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $29.40 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

83.67/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality76.01
Promoting Interoperability96
Improvement Activities40
Cost39.58

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.

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
290 CENTRAL AVE, SUITE 204
LAWRENCE, NY 11559
Urology
290 CENTRAL AVE
LAWRENCE, NY 11559
Specialist
290 CENTRAL AVE, SUITE 109
LAWRENCE, NY 11559
Dentist (General Practice)
290 CENTRAL AVE, 215
LAWRENCE, NY 11559
Dermatology
290 CENTRAL AVE, SUITE 206
LAWRENCE, NY 11559
Urology
290 CENTRAL AVE, SUITE 107
LAWRENCE, NY 11559
Urology
290 CENTRAL AVE, SUITE 107
LAWRENCE, NY 11559
Dentist
290 CENTRAL AVE, SUITE 215
LAWRENCE, NY 11559

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 Yitzhak Twersky's NPI number?

The NPI number for Yitzhak Twersky is 1386625556. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 7, 2005.

Where is Yitzhak Twersky located?

Yitzhak Twersky practices at 290 Central Ave 204, Lawrence, NY 11559. The listed phone number is (516) 371-1973.

What is Yitzhak Twersky's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Yitzhak Twersky enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Yitzhak Twersky 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 organizations bill Medicare for Yitzhak Twersky's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Yitzhak Twersky reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Seth Benkel, MD, PLLC (Far Rockaway, NY) and St John's Medical Services PC (Far Rockaway, NY). Each 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 Yitzhak Twersky's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Yitzhak Twersky affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Yitzhak Twersky is affiliated with St John's Episcopal Hospital At South Shore.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Yitzhak Twersky was last updated on May 1, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.