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LINWAH YIP MD
NPI 1457463952
Surgery - Surgical Oncology in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5150 CENTRE AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15232(412) 692-2852 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Linwah Yip Md NPPES

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

LINWAH YIP MD (NPI 1457463952) is an individual surgical oncology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD429712) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Jameson, and is a graduate of University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457463952
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2086X0206X
Provider Legal NameLINWAH YIPCredential: MD
Location Address5150 CENTRE AVEPittsburgh, PA 15232-1309
Mailing Address5150 Centre AvePittsburgh, PA 15232-1309 · (412) 692-2852
Phone(412) 692-2852
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1457463952 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086X0206X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD429712
Definition
A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
5150 CENTRE AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
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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

Linwah Yip 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 ID2466458963
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061005000413
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 10

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.

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.
73 services73 patients
Removal or exploration of parathyroid glands 60500
The procedure for removal or exploration of parathyroid glands involves a surgeon making a small incision in the neck to locate and remove one or more of the tiny parathyroid glands. These glands control calcium levels in the body. This procedure helps treat conditions like hyperparathyroidism.
45 services45 patients
Insertion of tube into vein with collection of blood sample 36500
This procedure involves placing a small tube into a vein, commonly in the arm, to collect a blood sample. The process is quick and typically causes minor discomfort. The blood sample is then checked in a lab to help diagnose health conditions.
43 services43 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.
34 services31 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.
26 services26 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.
18 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Upmc Jameson

Acute Care Hospitals · New Castle, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390016
Location1211 Wilmington AvenueNew Castle, PA 16105 · Lawrence County
Emergency services

Upmc St Margaret

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390102
Location815 Freeport RoadPittsburgh, PA 15215 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Upmc Passavant

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390107
Location9100 Babcock BoulevardPittsburgh, PA 15237 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390164
Location200 Lothrop StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Butler Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Butler, PA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390168
LocationOne Hospital WayButler, PA 16001 · Butler County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15232 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. ENRICO M NOVELLI M.D.
Internal Medicine
5150 CENTRE AVE, UPMC CANCER PAVILION, ROOM 461
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Allegheny County (412) 648-6431
AMANDA AGNEW
Pharmacist (Oncology)
5150 CENTRE AVE, UPMC CANCER PAVILION, ROOM 456
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Allegheny County (412) 491-2767
DR. TERRI LYNN SHIGLE PHARMD
Pharmacist (Oncology)
5150 CENTRE AVE, UPMC CANCER PAVILION
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Allegheny County (412) 623-2585
AMER H. ZUREIKAT MD
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
5150 CENTRE AVE, SUITE 413
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Allegheny County (412) 623-4861
FRANK LIEBERMAN
Specialist
5150 CENTRE AVE, 2ND FLOOR
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Allegheny County (412) 692-4724
KALIL G ABDULLAH
Neurological Surgery
5150 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Allegheny County (412) 647-4618
DR. JASON LUKE M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
5150 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Allegheny County (412) 647-2811
SUNNY JO KITTA PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
5150 CENTRE AVE, SUITE 460
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Allegheny County (412) 692-2852

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 Linwah Yip's NPI number?

The NPI number for Linwah Yip is 1457463952. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Where is Linwah Yip located?

Linwah Yip practices at 5150 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. The listed phone number is (412) 692-2852.

What is Linwah Yip's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Oncology, with taxonomy code 2086X0206X.

Is Linwah Yip enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Linwah Yip 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 Linwah Yip affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Linwah Yip is affiliated with Upmc Jameson, Upmc St Margaret, Upmc Passavant, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside and Butler Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Linwah Yip was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.