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DR. JOHN S TARAS M.D.
NPI 1720015308
Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery in Philadelphia, PA

Active since June 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
216-220 N. BROAD STREET, 2ND FLOOR, FEINSTEIN BUILDING, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102(215) 762-2663(215) 762-4447 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 9, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. John S Taras M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN S TARAS M.D. (NPI 1720015308) is an individual hand surgery provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD045154E) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc, and is a graduate of University Of Michigan Medical School (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720015308
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0106X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN S TARASCredential: M.D.
Location Address216-220 N. BROAD STREET, 2ND FLOOR, FEINSTEIN BUILDINGPhiladelphia, PA 19102
Mailing Address1500 Market St, 24th Floor-west TowerPhiladelphia, PA 19102-2100 · (215) 255-3828 · Fax (215) 255-3577
Phone(215) 762-2663
Fax(215) 762-4447
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 9, 2016
✔ NPI 1720015308 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 5

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Hand SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0106X
Licenses✔ Licensed in PA · MD045154E✔ Licensed in NJ · MA054808
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0202X · License MD045154E (PA), MA054808 (NJ)
Also ListedSurgery · Surgery of the HandTaxonomy 2086S0105X · License MD045154E (PA), MA054808 (NJ)
Also ListedPhysical Therapist · HandTaxonomy 2251H1200X · License MD045154E (PA), MA054808 (NJ)
Also ListedOccupational Therapist · HandTaxonomy 225XH1200X · License MD045154E (PA), MA054808 (NJ)
216-220 N. BROAD STREET, Philadelphia, PA 19102
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare UPINF03824
Other585172PA · Pennsylvania Blue Shield
Other200023324Railroad Medicare
Other0407110000PA · Independence Blue Cross
Medicare PIN585172PA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia, Molina Healthcare.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

Dr. John S Taras 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 ID6002718111
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190429002617
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 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.

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.
59 services59 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.
31 services28 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.
25 services22 patients
Release and/or relocation of hand nerve 64721
This procedure involves adjusting or moving a nerve in your hand to alleviate discomfort or improve function. The nerve may be compressed, causing pain or numbness. By releasing or relocating the nerve, these symptoms can be reduced, enhancing hand usage.
19 services16 patients
Release and/or relocation of hand nerve 64721
This procedure involves adjusting or moving a nerve in your hand to alleviate discomfort or improve function. The nerve may be compressed, causing pain or numbness. By releasing or relocating the nerve, these symptoms can be reduced, enhancing hand usage.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morgantown, WV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510001
Location1 Medical Center DriveMorgantown, WV 26506 · Monongalia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19102 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
$92.69 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $23.17 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$74.47 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $18.61 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
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.

94.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality78.46
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

KEVIN A GINGRICH MD
Orthopaedic Surgery (Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery)
216-220 N. BROAD STREET, 2ND FLOOR FEINSTEIN BUILDING
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102
Philadelphia County (215) 762-2663

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 John Taras's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Taras is 1720015308. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2006.

Where is John Taras located?

John Taras practices at 216-220 N. Broad Street 2nd Floor, Feinstein Building, Philadelphia, PA 19102. The listed phone number is (215) 762-2663.

What is John Taras's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Hand Surgery, with taxonomy code 207XS0106X.

Is John Taras enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Taras 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 John Taras accept?

Health plans from CareSource, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia and Molina Healthcare list John Taras 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 John Taras affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Taras is affiliated with West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Taras was last updated on March 9, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.