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ALEXANDER J. SWISTEL M.D.
NPI 1548366040
Surgery in New York, NY

Active since September 15, 2006PECOS Enrolled
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
425 E 61ST ST, SUITE 8TH FLOOR, NEW YORK, NY 10021(212) 821-0602 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 19, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Alexander J. Swistel M.d. NPPES

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

ALEXANDER J. SWISTEL M.D. (NPI 1548366040) is an individual surgery provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (135238) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548366040
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameALEXANDER J. SWISTELCredential: M.D.
Location Address425 E 61ST ST, SUITE 8TH FLOORNew York, NY 10021-8722
Mailing Address525 E 68th St, Mailbox 232New York, NY 10021-4870 · (212) 821-0602
Phone(212) 821-0602
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateSeptember 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 19, 2011
✔ NPI 1548366040 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 135238
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.
425 E 61ST ST, New York, NY 10021
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINB20233NY

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 (PECOS)

Alexander J. Swistel M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 7

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.
348 services319 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
125 services125 patients
Partial removal of breast 19301
A partial removal of the breast, also known as a lumpectomy, involves taking out a portion of the breast tissue to eliminate concerning cells. It's typically performed when the problem area is limited in size. This procedure helps to preserve most of the breast's appearance while aiming to remove all the unhealthy cells.
105 services104 patients
Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm 38525
A biopsy or removal of deep underarm lymph nodes is a procedure where a small sample of lymph node tissue is taken for testing. This helps in diagnosing or ruling out conditions like infections or cancers. It involves a small incision and is typically done under local or general anesthesia.
53 services53 patients
Removal of growth of breast identified by x-ray marker, first growth 19125
This procedure involves removing an abnormal growth in the breast that has been identified by an x-ray marker. The growth is first located, then carefully removed. This is done to ensure your health and prevent potential issues.
19 services19 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.
17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10021 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
$102.04 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $25.51 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$81.44 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.8
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

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

AMY ELISA SHAPSES PT
Physical Therapist
425 E 61ST ST
NEW YORK, NY 10021
New York County (212) 821-0943
DR. MARY DENISE CANCELLARE PH.D.
Psychologist
425 E 61ST ST, PH 1307
NEW YORK, NY 10021
New York County (212) 821-0621
WEILL MEDICAL COLLEGE OF CORNELL
Internal Medicine
425 E 61ST ST, 11TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10021
New York County (212) 821-0800
MEREDITH SINGER PH.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
425 E 61ST ST, PENTHOUSE SUITE 1301A
NEW YORK, NY 10021
New York County (212) 821-0869
LONA PRASAD MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
425 E 61ST ST, 11TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10021
New York County (212) 821-0974
R.Y. SHIMONY.,M.D.P.C.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
425 E 61ST ST, 4TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10021
New York County (212) 752-2700
DANIEL J ADLER M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
425 E 61ST ST, 4TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10021
New York County (212) 826-3903
JASON JEHO KIM MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
425 E 61ST ST, PENTHOUSE FLOOR SUITE 13-16
NEW YORK, NY 10021
New York County (212) 821-0712

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 Alexander Swistel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Swistel is 1548366040. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 15, 2006.

Where is Alexander Swistel located?

Alexander Swistel practices at 425 E 61st St Suite 8th Floor, New York, NY 10021. The listed phone number is (212) 821-0602.

What is Alexander Swistel's specialty?

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

Is Alexander Swistel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Swistel is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Swistel was last updated on December 19, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.