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CORY J VATSAAS MD
NPI 1538317565
Surgery in Durham, NC

Active since September 03, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

NPPES record last updated: July 23, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Cory J Vatsaas Md NPPES

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

CORY J VATSAAS MD (NPI 1538317565) is an individual surgery provider in Durham, North Carolina, licensed in Minnesota (52547) and active in the NPI registry since September 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538317565
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameCORY J VATSAASCredential: MD
Location AddressDUMC 2837Durham, NC 27710-0001
Mailing AddressDumc 2837Durham, NC 27710-0001
Phone(919) 681-9361
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateSeptember 3, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 23, 2015
✔ NPI 1538317565 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 52547
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
DUMC 2837, Durham, NC 27710
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PIN020003384MN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.Insurance ›

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

Cory J Vatsaas 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 ID8729233093
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151023000246
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 3

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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
85 services48 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
35 services34 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.
32 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Maria Parham Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Henderson, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340132
LocationPO Box 59Henderson, NC 27536 · Vance County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Person Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Roxboro, NC
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340159
Location615 Ridge RdRoxboro, NC 27573 · Person County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27710 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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

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

COURTNEY SOMMER M.D.
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
DUMC 2837
DURHAM, NC 27710
Durham County (919) 681-9361

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 Cory Vatsaas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cory Vatsaas is 1538317565. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 3, 2008.

Where is Cory Vatsaas located?

Cory Vatsaas practices at Dumc 2837, Durham, NC 27710. The listed phone number is (919) 681-9361.

What is Cory Vatsaas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Cory Vatsaas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cory Vatsaas 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 Cory Vatsaas accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Cory Vatsaas 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 Cory Vatsaas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cory Vatsaas is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Maria Parham Medical Center and Person Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cory Vatsaas was last updated on July 23, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.