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DR. BENEDICT JOSEPH ALTER M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1457603854
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since October 09, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
200 DELAFIELD RD STE 2070, PITTSBURGH, PA 15215(412) 784-5119 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 23, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Benedict Joseph Alter M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

DR. BENEDICT JOSEPH ALTER M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1457603854) is an individual pain medicine provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD464448) and active in the NPI registry since October 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc St Margaret, and is a graduate of Washington University School Of Medicine (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457603854
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X
Provider Legal NameDR. BENEDICT JOSEPH ALTERCredential: M.D., PH.D.
Location Address200 DELAFIELD RD STE 2070Pittsburgh, PA 15215-3214
Mailing Address200 Delafield Rd Ste 2070Pittsburgh, PA 15215-3214 · (415) 444-6281
Phone(412) 784-5119
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSWashington University School Of MedicineGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateOctober 9, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 23, 2019
✔ NPI 1457603854 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207LP2900X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD464448
Definition
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
200 DELAFIELD RD STE 2070, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
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Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

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

Dr. Benedict Joseph Alter M.d., Ph.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 ID547531717
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180815002823
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 5

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.

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.
50 services29 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.
38 services27 patients
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
33 services26 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.
13 services11 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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

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.

77.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.61
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.4

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

SEAN MCDERMOTT
Anesthesiology
200 DELAFIELD RD STE 2070
PITTSBURGH, PA 15215
Allegheny County (412) 784-5119
CHRISTIANNA FIELD-GREEN
Counselor
200 DELAFIELD RD STE 2070
PITTSBURGH, PA 15215
Allegheny County (412) 246-5811
JENNIFER LETZELTER
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
200 DELAFIELD RD STE 2070
PITTSBURGH, PA 15215
Allegheny County (412) 784-5119

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 Benedict Alter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benedict Alter is 1457603854. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 9, 2012.

Where is Benedict Alter located?

Benedict Alter practices at 200 Delafield Rd Ste 2070, Pittsburgh, PA 15215. The listed phone number is (412) 784-5119.

What is Benedict Alter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Benedict Alter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benedict Alter 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 Benedict Alter affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benedict Alter is affiliated with Upmc St Margaret.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benedict Alter was last updated on January 23, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.