DR. CINDY L STURTZ M.D.
NPI 1457335259
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Hanover, PA

Active since December 05, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.99/100
CMS Quality Rating
300 HIGHLAND AVE, HANOVER HOSPITAL, HANOVER, PA 17331(814) 643-6207 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 6, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Cindy L Sturtz M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CINDY L STURTZ M.D. (NPI 1457335259) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Hanover, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD059743L) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Gettysburg Hospital, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457335259
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. CINDY L STURTZCredential: M.D.
Location Address300 HIGHLAND AVE, HANOVER HOSPITALHanover, PA 17331
Mailing AddressPo Box 382Huntingdon, PA 16652-0382 · (814) 643-6207
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateDecember 5, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 6, 2023
NPPES CertifiedNovember 6, 2023
NPI 1457335259 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License Licensed in PA · MD059743L
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
300 HIGHLAND AVE, Hanover, PA 17331

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0016474250007PA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Cindy L Sturtz 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 ID4688613060
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050426000383
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 11

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
1,258 services501 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
226 services45 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
145 services103 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
111 services100 patients
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique 88112
Cell examination of a specimen using selective cellular enhancement technique is a lab process that improves the visibility of certain cells in a sample. It helps in identifying abnormalities or diseases. The process is non-invasive, safe, and aids in accurate diagnosis.
85 services56 patients
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report 88173
This procedure involves using a thin needle to collect a small sample from an abnormal area or lump. The sample is then examined under a microscope to identify any potential issues. A report of the findings is provided for further analysis.
60 services37 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Gettysburg Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gettysburg, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390065
Location147 Gettys StreetGettysburg, PA 17325 · Adams County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Harrisburg, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390067
Location409 South Second StreetHarrisburg, PA 17104 · Dauphin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Memorial

Acute Care Hospitals · York, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390101
Location1701 Innovation DriveYork, PA 17408 · York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Hanover

Acute Care Hospitals · Hanover, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390233
Location300 Highland AveHanover, PA 17331 · York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17331 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

90.99/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality92.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost77.03

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.

Clinical Medical Laboratory
300 HIGHLAND AVE
HANOVER, PA 17331
Emergency Medicine
300 HIGHLAND AVE
HANOVER, PA 17331
Emergency Medicine
300 HIGHLAND AVE
HANOVER, PA 17331
Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular (Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)
300 HIGHLAND AVE
HANOVER, PA 17331
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
300 HIGHLAND AVE
HANOVER, PA 17331
Emergency Medicine
300 HIGHLAND AVE
HANOVER, PA 17331
Pediatrics
300 HIGHLAND AVE
HANOVER, PA 17331
Internal Medicine
300 HIGHLAND AVE
HANOVER, PA 17331

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 Cindy Sturtz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cindy Sturtz is 1457335259. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 5, 2005.

Where is Cindy Sturtz located?

Cindy Sturtz practices at 300 Highland Ave Hanover Hospital, Hanover, PA 17331. The listed phone number is (814) 643-6207.

What is Cindy Sturtz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Cindy Sturtz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cindy Sturtz 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 Cindy Sturtz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cindy Sturtz is affiliated with Gettysburg Hospital, Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals, Upmc Memorial and Upmc Hanover.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cindy Sturtz was last updated on November 6, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.