DR. RUTH TESSLER M.D.
NPI 1740344969
Obstetrics & Gynecology in New York, NY

Q: What is Ruth Tessler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Tessler is 1740344969. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 21, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Ilene M Fischer MD.

Q: What is Ruth Tessler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruth Tessler was last updated on March 23, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

Active since December 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

84.47/100

CMS Quality Rating

159 E 53RD ST, NEW YORK, NY 10022(646) 754-2700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 23, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Ruth Tessler M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RUTH TESSLER M.D. (NPI 1740344969) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (201888) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospitals, and maintains a secondary practice location in New York.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740344969

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207V00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. RUTH TESSLERCredential: M.D.

Location Address159 E 53RD STNew York, NY 10022-4602

Mailing Address419 Park Ave SNew York, NY 10016-8410 · (212) 545-5400 · Fax (212) 447-1796

Phone(646) 754-2700

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateDecember 21, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 23, 2023

NPPES CertifiedMarch 23, 2023

✔ NPI 1740344969 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207V00000X

License✔ Licensed in NY · 201888

Definition

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

159 E 53RD ST, New York, NY 10022

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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Ilene M Fischer Md

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1419 Park Ave SNew York, NY 10016-8410 · Phone (212) 545-5400 · Fax (212) 447-1796

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ruth Tessler 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 ID1153421938

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120307000424

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.

75 services49 patients

Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101

This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.

41 services41 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.

28 services22 patients

Biopsy of lining of uterus and/or removal of polyp using an endoscope 58558

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tool (endoscope) to examine and possibly remove a small tissue sample from the inner layer of your uterus. It may also involve removing a growth. It helps to identify any issues and plan the right treatment.

16 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Nyu Langone Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330214

Location550 First AvenueNew York, NY 10016 · New York County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10022 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

$150.24 typical visit price

range $65.69 – $198.19

Typical copayment $37.56 (range $16.42 – $49.54)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$81.44 typical visit price

range $21.20 – $160.66

Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)

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.

84.47/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

93.33

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

54.91

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

GEETA SHARMA MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)