DR. DENNIS C MONKS JR. M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1497191522
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Pittsburgh, PA

Q: What is Dennis Monks's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dennis Monks is 1497191522. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2013.

Q: What is Dennis Monks's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dennis Monks was last updated on July 30, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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 May 15, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

77.5/100

CMS Quality Rating

320 E NORTH AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212(412) 359-8743(412) 359-8233 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 30, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 30, 2026, Oct 11, 2018, Aug 13, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Dennis C Monks Jr. M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

DR. DENNIS C MONKS JR. M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1497191522) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD465106) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Mercy, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497191522

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X

Provider Legal NameDR. DENNIS C MONKS JR.Credential: M.D., PH.D.

Location Address320 E NORTH AVEPittsburgh, PA 15212-4756

Mailing Address4 Allegheny Ctr Fl 7Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5227 · (412) 330-5860 · Fax (412) 330-5844

Phone(412) 359-8743

Fax(412) 359-8233

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSAlbert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateMay 15, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 30, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1497191522 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085R0202X

License✔ Licensed in PA · MD465106

Definition

A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

320 E NORTH AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11925 Eastchester Rd, Apt 2HBronx, NY 10461-2103 · Phone (917) 378-4052

Location 23600 Forbes Ave, Forbes Tower - Plaza Level Suite 140Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3410 · Phone (917) 378-4052

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid103518072PA

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

Dr. Dennis C Monks Jr. 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 ID2769747310

PECOS Enrollment IDI20180807000396

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

Medicare enrollment records show Dennis Monks reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

University Of Pittsburgh Physicians

1.5 mi

Pediatrics

4401 PENN AVE
Pittsburgh, PA 15224

Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
7,114 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1225096639 (412) 692-5325

Regional Health Services Inc

114 mi

Family Medicine

201 STATE ST
Erie, PA 16550

Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
962 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1174520654 (814) 877-8140

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 17

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.

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.

532 services511 patients

Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125

A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.

193 services190 patients

Ct scan of lower spine without contrast 72131

A CT scan of the lower spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your lower back area, helping to detect conditions like fractures, infections, or tumors. It's painless and generally quick.

116 services116 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496

A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.

102 services102 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498

A CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.

96 services96 patients

Ct scan of middle spine without contrast 72128

A CT scan of the middle spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your mid-spine area. This scan helps doctors identify issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye is used in this procedure.

96 services96 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

An MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.

63 services63 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

An MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.

45 services45 patients

Ct scan of face without contrast 70486

A CT scan of the face without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your face, including bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels. It's often used to diagnose diseases, injuries, or abnormalities. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.

38 services38 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.

24 services24 patients

Computed tomography (ct) of brain blood flow, volume, and timing of flow analysis with contrast 0042T

A computed tomography (CT) of brain blood flow, volume, and timing of flow analysis with contrast is a non-invasive exam. It uses X-rays and a contrast material to create detailed images of your brain. It helps evaluate blood flow patterns and detect abnormalities like clots or blockages.

22 services22 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

18 services18 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.

15 services15 patients

Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast 70491

A CT scan of the neck with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. A special dye is administered to highlight the soft tissues in your neck, making them easier to see. This helps detect issues like infections, tumors, or other abnormalities.

14 services14 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

14 services14 patients

Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast 70544

An MRI scan of the head's blood vessels without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the blood vessels in your head. This helps doctors diagnose conditions such as stroke, aneurysm, or other vascular disorders.

11 services11 patients

Mri scan of middle spinal canal without contrast 72146

An MRI scan of the middle spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. This helps doctors identify any abnormalities or issues in your spinal canal. No dye is used in this procedure.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Upmc Mercy

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390028

Location1400 Locust StreetPittsburgh, PA 15219 · Allegheny County

Emergency services

Upmc Hamot

Acute Care Hospitals · Erie, PA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390063

Location201 State StreetErie, PA 16550 · Erie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

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

$84.88 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99203

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.

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

Quality

68.61

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

56.4

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

SAMUEL MCGUIRE BRIMMER MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 359-6501

SAMEEN AAMER

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 359-4971

KATHLEEN ISABELLA PRICE DO

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 359-3469

ALYSHA LANAE KELYMAN DO, MSMED

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 359-8191

EDWARD CARL SEIDL

Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 742-9931

MUHAMMAD AYYAN

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 359-4971

BRIDGET LLOYD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 330-4242

KATHERINE M CAHOUET CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 359-3131

ARVIND VENKAT MD

Emergency Medicine

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 359-6180

PAUL KARL ALDINGER D.O.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 359-8743

ABHISHEK PUROHIT MD

Internal Medicine

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 359-3131

MS. SHIVANI DUA M.D.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Pain Medicine)

320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Allegheny County (412) 359-3005

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 Dennis Monks's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dennis Monks is 1497191522. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2013.

Where is Dennis Monks located?

Dennis Monks practices at 320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. The listed phone number is (412) 359-8743.

What is Dennis Monks's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Dennis Monks enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dennis Monks 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 Dennis Monks's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Dennis Monks reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: University Of Pittsburgh Physicians (Pittsburgh, PA) and Regional Health Services 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 Dennis Monks's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Dennis Monks affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Dennis Monks is affiliated with Upmc Mercy, Upmc Hamot, Upmc St Margaret, Upmc Passavant and Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dennis Monks was last updated on July 30, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.