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DR. SCOTT ALAN HITTINGER M.D.
NPI 1558658153
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Carmel, IN

Active since July 01, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105, CARMEL, IN 46290(317) 583-7800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Jan 24, 2022, Jul 12, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Scott Alan Hittinger M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SCOTT ALAN HITTINGER M.D. (NPI 1558658153) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Carmel, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01086984A) and active in the NPI registry since July 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Stanford.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558658153
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SCOTT ALAN HITTINGERCredential: M.D.
Location Address10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105Carmel, IN 46290-1028
Mailing Address10590 N Meridian St Ste 105Carmel, IN 46290-1028
Phone(317) 583-7800
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJuly 1, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 30, 2022
✔ NPI 1558658153 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IN · 01086984A✔ Licensed in CA · A150285✔ Licensed in SC · MMD.33942 LL
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.
10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105, Carmel, IN 46290
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305-2200 · Phone (650) 723-4000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

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. Scott Alan Hittinger M.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 ID8426270125
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220111001067, I20260428000544
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

2

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

St Vincent Medical Group Inc
2.8 mi
Cardiovascular Disease
8425 HARCOURT RD
Indianapolis, IN 46260
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 945 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1558686436 (317) 471-4098
Inova Health Care Services
484 mi
Internal Medicine
3300 GALLOWS RD, PHYSICIAN SERVICES
Falls Church, VA 22042
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
  • 49 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1952320061 (703) 321-2627

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 5

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.

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
24 services24 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.
17 services17 patients
Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 2 grafts 33518
A coronary artery bypass with 2 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. A surgeon takes a healthy vein or artery from your body and attaches it to the blocked coronary artery. This creates a new path for blood to flow, bypassing the blockage.
16 services16 patients
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.
12 services12 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Ascension St Vincent Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number150084
Location2001 W 86th StIndianapolis, IN 46260 · Marion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Vincent Heart Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Carmel, IN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number150153
Location10580 N Meridian StCarmel, IN 46290 · Hamilton County
Emergency services

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Falls Church, VA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490063
Location3300 Gallows RoadFalls Church, VA 22042 · Fairfax County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46290 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
$161.76 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $40.44 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.48 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $16.62 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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 16

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

KATIE ELIZABETH ABNEY
Nurse Practitioner (Critical Care Medicine)
10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46290
Hamilton County (317) 987-8717
AMY COGAN PA-C
Physician Assistant
10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105
CARMEL, IN 46290
Hamilton County (317) 583-7800
JESSICA EMIL ANSARA
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105
CARMEL, IN 46290
Hamilton County (317) 583-7800
ABBIE HEMBRECHT
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105
CARMEL, IN 46290
Hamilton County (317) 583-7800
LEEANN CHRISTINE SHONDELL DNP, FNP--BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105
CARMEL, IN 46290
Hamilton County (317) 583-7800
BROOKE ROHLFING
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105
CARMEL, IN 46290
Hamilton County (317) 583-7800
RANDALL SCOTT HOMER NP, PA
Physician Assistant
10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105
CARMEL, IN 46290
Hamilton County (317) 583-7800
VICTORIA LYNN GOLDNER
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
10590 N MERIDIAN ST STE 105
CARMEL, IN 46290
Hamilton County (317) 583-7800

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 Scott Hittinger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Scott Hittinger is 1558658153. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 1, 2011.

Where is Scott Hittinger located?

Scott Hittinger practices at 10590 N Meridian St Ste 105, Carmel, IN 46290. The listed phone number is (317) 583-7800.

What is Scott Hittinger's specialty?

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

Is Scott Hittinger enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Scott Hittinger 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 Scott Hittinger's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Scott Hittinger reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: St Vincent Medical Group Inc (Indianapolis, IN) and Inova Health Care Services (Falls Church, VA). 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 Scott Hittinger's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Scott Hittinger accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource and 1 other insurer list Scott Hittinger 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 Scott Hittinger affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Scott Hittinger is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent Hospital, St Vincent Heart Center and Inova Fairfax Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Scott Hittinger was last updated on July 21, 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.