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WILLIAM SIMMONS
NPI 1710952817
Anesthesiology in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since February 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3550 TERRACE ST, A1305 SCAIFE HALL, PITTSBURGH, PA 15213(412) 623-2167 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 24, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About William Simmons NPPES

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

WILLIAM SIMMONS (NPI 1710952817) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD036573E) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Geisinger-community Medical Center, and is a graduate of Mayo Medical School (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710952817
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameWILLIAM SIMMONS
Location Address3550 TERRACE ST, A1305 SCAIFE HALLPittsburgh, PA 15213-2500
Mailing Address3550 Terrace St, A1305 Scaife HallPittsburgh, PA 15213-2500
Phone(412) 623-2167
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMayo Medical SchoolGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateFebruary 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 24, 2021
✔ NPI 1710952817 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD036573E
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
3550 TERRACE ST, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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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

William Simmons 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 ID1153313036
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040331001293, I20260123000953
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 8

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
91 services85 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
32 services32 patients
Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest 00520
Anesthesia for a closed chest procedure involves the use of medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). This helps maintain comfort and safety.
30 services28 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on gallbladder, pancreas, or liver using an endoscope 00732
This procedure involves using an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine or treat your gallbladder, pancreas, or liver. Anesthesia is administered to ensure you're comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910
Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Geisinger-Community Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Scranton, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390001
Location1822 Mulberry StreetScranton, PA 18510 · Lackawanna County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Geisinger Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Danville, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390006
Location100 North Academy AvenueDanville, PA 17822 · Montour County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilkes Barre, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390270
Location1000 East Mountain BoulevardWilkes Barre, PA 18711 · Luzerne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

RAEANN KOZINKO
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3550 TERRACE ST, SCAIFE HALL A1305
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-2808
SHWETABH TARUN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3550 TERRACE ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 648-9891
MELANIE RENEE WELTMAN PHARMD
Pharmacist
3550 TERRACE ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 495-8840
DR. VIJAY S GORANTLA MD, PHD
Surgery
3550 TERRACE ST, SUITE 670 SCAIFE HALL
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 648-9677
DR. ROBERT H BORETSKY MD
Specialist
3550 TERRACE ST, A1305 SCAIFE HALL
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-2808
RYAN TAYLOR MARSHALL MITCHELL MD
Plastic Surgery
3550 TERRACE ST, SCAIFE HALL STE 6B
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-3087
DR. RAJ RAMANAN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
3550 TERRACE ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 627-2765
MURALI MADHAV KOVVUR
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3550 TERRACE ST
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 648-9040

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 William Simmons's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Simmons is 1710952817. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 22, 2006.

Where is William Simmons located?

William Simmons practices at 3550 Terrace St A1305 Scaife Hall, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. The listed phone number is (412) 623-2167.

What is William Simmons's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is William Simmons enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Simmons 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.

Is William Simmons affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Simmons is affiliated with Geisinger-Community Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Simmons was last updated on May 24, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.