DR. RENE L PRISTAS MD
NPI 1487653374
Anesthesiology in Wilkes Barre, PA

Q: What is Rene Pristas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rene Pristas is 1487653374. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2005.

Q: What is Rene Pristas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rene Pristas was last updated on June 9, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.

Active since July 21, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1000 E MOUNTAIN BLVD, WILKES BARRE, PA 18711(570) 808-7850(570) 808-7855 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 9, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 9, 2021, Jan 2, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Dr. Rene L Pristas Md NPPES

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

DR. RENE L PRISTAS MD (NPI 1487653374) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (OS013690) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, and is a graduate of R Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical School (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487653374

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. RENE L PRISTASCredential: MD

Location Address1000 E MOUNTAIN BLVDWilkes Barre, PA 18711-0027

Mailing Address100 N Academy AveDanville, PA 17822-4903 · (570) 271-6144 · Fax (570) 271-6578

Phone(570) 808-7850

Fax(570) 808-7855

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSR Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical SchoolGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJune 9, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 9, 2021

✔ NPI 1487653374 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in PA · OS013690

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

1000 E MOUNTAIN BLVD, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711

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Other Identifiers 7

Other1865764PA · Highmark

Other2724601000PA · Ibc

Medicaid1016689100001PA

Other50060462PA · Capital Advantage

Medicaid0108928NJ

Other1554146PA · Gateway

Other000000192771PA · Unison

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. Rene L Pristas 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 ID4183660285

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060609000136

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 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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

32 services32 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

15 services15 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on upper 2/3rd of thigh bone 01230

Anesthesia for a procedure on the upper 2/3rd of the thigh bone involves administering medication to numb the area or make you unconscious, ensuring you don't feel pain during the operation. It's a safe and routine part of surgical procedures.

14 services14 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray exam of arteries and veins using contrast 01916

Anesthesia is given to ensure comfort during an X-ray exam of your arteries and veins using contrast. This process involves injecting a dye into your blood vessels to make them visible on X-rays. The anesthesia helps to minimize any discomfort or anxiety.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilkes Barre, PA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390270

Location1000 East Mountain BoulevardWilkes Barre, PA 18711 · Luzerne County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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