DR. RAFE C CONNORS MD
NPI 1497954416
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Salt Lake City, UT

Active since July 11, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1160 E 3900 S STE 3500, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84124(801) 476-6900 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 15, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Rafe C Connors Md NPPES

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

DR. RAFE C CONNORS MD (NPI 1497954416) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Salt Lake City, Utah, licensed in Utah (5414427-1205) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Salem Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497954416
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RAFE C CONNORSCredential: MD
Location Address1160 E 3900 S STE 3500Salt Lake City, UT 84124-1264
Mailing Address2950 N Church St Ste 301Layton, UT 84040-6590 · (801) 777-7771
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Utah School Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 15, 2022
NPPES CertifiedMarch 15, 2022
NPI 1497954416 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License Licensed in UT · 5414427-1205
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 5414427-1205 (UT)
1160 E 3900 S STE 3500, Salt Lake City, UT 84124

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 14403 Harrison Blvd Ste 3835Ogden, UT 84403-3331 · Phone (801) 387-3475
Location 230 N 1900 E, Department of Surgery, SOMSalt Lake City, UT 84132-0006 · Phone (801) 581-4488

Accepted Insurance

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. Rafe C Connors 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 ID2365568763
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120912000073, I20250225003317
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 4

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 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.
20 services20 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
17 services17 patients
Exclusion of appendage of left upper chamber of heart performed during other procedure on chest 33268
This is a procedure done on the heart's left upper chamber (atrium). The small pouch-like appendage is sealed off during another chest procedure. This is done to reduce the risk of blood clots forming and causing strokes.
14 services14 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Salem Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Salem, OR
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number380051
Location890 Oak Street, SESalem, OR 97301 · Marion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lakeview Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bountiful, UT
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number460042
Location630 East Medical DriveBountiful, UT 84010 · Davis County
Emergency services

St Mark's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Salt Lake City, UT
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number460047
Location1200 East 3900 SouthSalt Lake City, UT 84124 · Salt Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 84124 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
$166.03 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.03
Typical copayment $41.50 (range $13.58 – $41.50)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.01 typical visit price
range $17.23 – $135.20
Typical copayment $17.00 (range $4.30 – $33.80)
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 3

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

Physician Assistant (Surgical)
1160 E 3900 S STE 3500
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84124
Nurse Practitioner
1160 E 3900 S STE 3500
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84124
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
1160 E 3900 S STE 3500
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84124

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 Rafe Connors's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rafe Connors is 1497954416. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2007.

Where is Rafe Connors located?

Rafe Connors practices at 1160 E 3900 S Ste 3500, Salt Lake City, UT 84124. The listed phone number is (801) 476-6900.

What is Rafe Connors's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Rafe Connors enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rafe Connors 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.

What insurance does Rafe Connors accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Molina Healthcare, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah and University of Utah Health Plans list Rafe Connors as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Rafe Connors affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rafe Connors is affiliated with Salem Hospital, Lakeview Hospital and St Mark's Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rafe Connors was last updated on March 15, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.