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RAMASAMY BAKTHAVATSALAM
NPI 1609951433
Surgery in Seattle, WA

Active since October 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST, SEATTLE, WA 98195(206) 598-4477 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam NPPES

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

RAMASAMY BAKTHAVATSALAM (NPI 1609951433) is an individual surgery provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00040033) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, and is a graduate of Other (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609951433
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameRAMASAMY BAKTHAVATSALAM
Location AddressUNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC STSeattle, WA 98195-6165
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095
Phone(206) 598-4477
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateOctober 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1609951433 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00040033
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.
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, Seattle, WA 98195
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Other Identifiers 4

Other251660Internal Id-motor Vehicle Id
Medicare UPINH05650
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedAB10453
Medicaid8246274WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam 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 ID7618001850
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100810000782
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
46 services23 patients
Transplantation of donor kidney 50360
Transplantation of a donor kidney involves replacing a non-functioning kidney with a healthy one from a donor. This procedure can significantly improve the quality of life for those with serious kidney disease. The new kidney can perform the essential task of filtering blood and removing waste.
32 services32 patients
Preparation of donor kidney for transplantation 50323
Preparation of a kidney for transplantation involves careful evaluation of the donor organ. It includes checking for diseases, ensuring compatibility, and preserving the organ in a cold solution until transplantation. This process ensures the best outcome for the recipient.
26 services26 patients
Preparation of donor kidney and veins for transplantation 50327
In kidney transplantation, a healthy kidney is taken from a donor. The kidney is carefully prepared, cleaned, and preserved. Veins are also prepared to ensure smooth blood flow to the new kidney. This process is done under strict medical protocols.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98195 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
$97.43 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $24.35 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$78.74 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $19.68 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

93.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

BRENDA M SANDMAIER
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 288-1000
PATRICK C FREENY
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-6214
GEORGE A OJEMANN
Neurological Surgery
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-5637
CAROL M BUCHTER
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-4300
MARSHALL SCOTT HORWITZ
Medical Genetics (Clinical Genetics (M.D.))
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 616-2135
CORINNE LINA FLIGNER
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 598-6400
EDUS HOUSTON WARREN III
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 288-1000
GREGORY DEMBO
Anesthesiology
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
King County (206) 543-8606

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 Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam is 1609951433. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 27, 2006.

Where is Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam located?

Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam practices at University Of Washington Medical Ctr 1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195. The listed phone number is (206) 598-4477.

What is Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam's specialty?

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

Is Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam 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 Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam 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 Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.