ISTVAN TAKACS MD
NPI 1679528434
Neurological Surgery in Charleston, SC

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Istvan Takacs is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Istvan Takacs is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• PECOS PAC ID: 3072595016

  What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
  A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

• PECOS Enrollment ID: I20080115000265

  What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
  The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

• Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

  What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
  When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
  A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Computer-assisted radiosurgery application of headframe

Computer-assisted radiosurgery with a headframe is a non-invasive procedure that treats brain conditions. A headframe is attached to your head to keep it still during treatment. Using advanced computer technology, precise high-dose radiation beams target the affected area without harming healthy tissues.

This service was performed 72 times for 62 patients

Computer-assisted radiosurgery of complex growth of brain, first growth

Computer-assisted radiosurgery is a non-invasive procedure used to treat abnormal growths in the brain. A computer helps direct highly focused beams of radiation at the growth, destroying it without harming nearby tissue. This is for the first identified growth.

This service was performed 39 times for 35 patients

Computer-assisted radiosurgery of simple growth of brain, each additional growth

Computer-assisted radiosurgery is a non-invasive treatment for brain growths. It uses precise beams of radiation to target and destroy each growth without harming surrounding healthy tissue. For each additional growth, the process is repeated.

This service was performed 104 times for 31 patients

Computer-assisted radiosurgery of simple growth of brain, first growth

Computer-assisted radiosurgery is a non-invasive treatment for brain growths. High-energy radiation beams are precisely targeted at the growth, destroying abnormal cells. This method is often used for the first growth, reducing risks associated with traditional surgery.

This service was performed 34 times for 31 patients

Electronic analysis of implanted neurostimulator generator with complex spinal cord or peripheral nerve stimulator programming

This procedure involves electronically analyzing an implanted neurostimulator. This device sends electrical pulses to your spinal cord or peripheral nerves to manage pain. The programming is complex, requiring expert analysis to ensure proper functioning.

This service was performed 23 times for 19 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

This service was performed 98 times for 81 patients

Insertion of brain neurostimulator pulse device with connection to single electrode array

This is a procedure where a small device, known as a neurostimulator, is implanted in your brain. It sends electrical signals via a connected electrode array to help regulate abnormal brain activity. It's often used for conditions like Parkinson's disease.

This service was performed 45 times for 43 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

Removal of skull bone with computer-assisted insertion of neurostimulator electrodes in brain with recording, each additional array

This procedure involves taking out a piece of skull bone to place neurostimulator electrodes in the brain using computer assistance. The electrodes help regulate abnormal brain activity. The process is repeated for each additional array. This is done under professional supervision.

This service was performed 17 times for 11 patients

Removal of skull bone with computer-assisted insertion of neurostimulator electrodes in brain with recording, first array

This procedure involves the careful removal of a small portion of the skull, and with the aid of computer technology, electrodes are inserted into the brain. These electrodes help in brain activity recording and stimulation. This is the first array or set.

This service was performed 15 times for 12 patients

Revision or removal of brain neurostimulator electrodes

Revision or removal of brain neurostimulator electrodes is a procedure where existing electrodes in the brain, part of a neurostimulator system, are adjusted or taken out. This is typically done to improve the effectiveness of treatment or due to complications.

This service was performed 14 times for 12 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $31.01 for a new patient copayment and $16.78 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 29425 ZIP code area.

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Istvan Takacs is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

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