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CHRISTOS FOUNTZILAS M.D.
NPI 1558672105
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Buffalo, NY

Active since June 29, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS, BUFFALO, NY 14263(716) 845-2300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 15, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 15, 2019, Jan 19, 2017, Feb 4, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Christos Fountzilas M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOS FOUNTZILAS M.D. (NPI 1558672105) is an individual medical oncology provider in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (287267) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558672105
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RX0202X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOS FOUNTZILASCredential: M.D.
Location AddressELM AND CARLTON STREETSBuffalo, NY 14263-0001
Mailing Address7979 Wurzbach Rd, Appartment 4aSan Antonio, TX 78229-4427 · (210) 450-2872
Phone(716) 845-2300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateJune 29, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 15, 20193 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1558672105 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RX0202X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 287267
Definition
An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS, Buffalo, NY 14263
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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

Christos Fountzilas 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 ID8022312099
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170724001006
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.

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.
176 services50 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.
35 services25 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
21 services14 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14263 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
$166.88 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$97.08 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $24.27 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) A4221
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers45 claims45 services$18.53 avg. paid by Medicare
Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) A4222
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers45 claims46 services$36.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Ambulatory infusion pump, single or multiple channels, electric or battery operated, with administrative equipment, worn by patient E0781
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$194.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, fluorouracil, 500 mg J9190
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N
3 suppliers45 claims381 services$1.58 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

MUSA SAEED M.D.
Internal Medicine
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
JESSICA LYNN HAFEZI
Nurse Practitioner
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
DR. ZHONGBO YANG M.D.
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
DR. VLADIMIR FRIAS D.D.S
Dentist (Prosthodontics)
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFA;P, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
NOELLE DICKEY NP
Nurse Practitioner
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
MS. MICHELE NANNI PA
Physician Assistant
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
MR. NATHAN A LARICCIA PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300
JOHN M KANE III MD
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
ELM AND CARLTON STREETS
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Erie County (716) 845-2300

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 Christos Fountzilas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christos Fountzilas is 1558672105. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2010.

Where is Christos Fountzilas located?

Christos Fountzilas practices at Elm And Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263. The listed phone number is (716) 845-2300.

What is Christos Fountzilas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Medical Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RX0202X.

Is Christos Fountzilas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christos Fountzilas 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christos Fountzilas was last updated on July 15, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.