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MASAKI TSUKASHITA M.D., PHD
NPI 1386923944
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since August 12, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
320 E NORTH AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212(412) 359-8820(412) 359-8222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 8, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 8, 2020, Dec 23, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Masaki Tsukashita M.d., Phd NPPES

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

MASAKI TSUKASHITA M.D., PHD (NPI 1386923944) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD455521) and active in the NPI registry since August 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Vincent Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386923944
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameMASAKI TSUKASHITACredential: M.D., PHD
Location Address320 E NORTH AVEPittsburgh, PA 15212-4756
Mailing Address320 E North AvePittsburgh, PA 15212-4756 · (412) 359-8820 · Fax (412) 359-8222
Phone(412) 359-8820
Fax(412) 359-8222
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateAugust 12, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 8, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 8, 2020
✔ NPI 1386923944 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 PA · MD455521
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.
320 E NORTH AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid0147624OH
Medicaid1030832060001PA

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

Masaki Tsukashita M.d., Phd 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 ID9032335690
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151106002059
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Masaki Tsukashita reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Allegheny Clinic
Same address
Surgery
320 E NORTH AVE
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 2,881 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023018447 (412) 359-3336
St. Clair Medical Services, Inc.
5.8 mi
Family Medicine
2500 BALDWICK RD
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 307 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1740531946 (412) 922-6262
St Vincent Medical Education And Research Institute Inc
113 mi
Internal Medicine
2314 SASSAFRAS ST, 2ND FLOOR - ADMIN OFFICE
Erie, PA 16502
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 483 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902881477 (814) 452-5043

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 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.

Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
27 services27 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
25 services25 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
17 services15 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.
16 services16 patients
Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 2 grafts 33518
A coronary artery bypass with 2 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. A surgeon takes a healthy vein or artery from your body and attaches it to the blocked coronary artery. This creates a new path for blood to flow, bypassing the blockage.
13 services13 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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Saint Vincent Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Erie, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390009
Location232 West 25th StreetErie, PA 16544 · Erie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Allegheny Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Natrona, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390032
Location1301 Carlisle StNatrona, PA 15065 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Allegheny General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390050
Location320 East North AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15212 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Grove City Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Grove City, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390266
Location631 North Broad Street Ext.Grove City, PA 16127 · Mercer County
Emergency services

Ahn Wexford Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Wexford, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390334
Location12351 Perry HighwayWexford, PA 15090 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15212 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.

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.

DR. MATTHEW SCOTT HARTMAN M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-2459
DR. JOSEF TURNER M.D.
Emergency Medicine
320 E NORTH AVE, EMERGENCY MEDICINE RESIDENCY OFFICE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-4905
DR. MATTHEW MICHAEL LANDER M.D.
Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-6500
DR. VINCENT SAMUEL CERETTO D.O
Emergency Medicine (Medical Toxicology)
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-3030
MATTHEW LYONS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-3155
MISS KRISTY LYNN BOWMAN RN
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-6581
ANNA MOSELEY VANATTA MD
Emergency Medicine
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-4905
MACKENZIE MARIE MCGAHAN DO
Emergency Medicine
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-4905

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 Masaki Tsukashita's NPI number?

The NPI number for Masaki Tsukashita is 1386923944. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 12, 2011.

Where is Masaki Tsukashita located?

Masaki Tsukashita practices at 320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. The listed phone number is (412) 359-8820.

What is Masaki Tsukashita's specialty?

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

Is Masaki Tsukashita enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Masaki Tsukashita 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 Masaki Tsukashita's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Masaki Tsukashita reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Allegheny Clinic (Pittsburgh, PA), St. Clair Medical Services, Inc. (Pittsburgh, PA) and St Vincent Medical Education And Research Institute Inc (Erie, PA). 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 Masaki Tsukashita's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Masaki Tsukashita affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Masaki Tsukashita is affiliated with Saint Vincent Hospital, Allegheny Valley Hospital, Allegheny General Hospital, Grove City Medical Center and Ahn Wexford Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Masaki Tsukashita was last updated on October 8, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.