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DR. BERHANE WORKU
NPI 1740467950
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Brooklyn, NY

Active since January 30, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
506 SIXTH STREET, NEW YORK METHODIST HOSP DEPT OF CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY, BROOKLYN, NY 11215(212) 780-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 11, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Berhane Worku NPPES

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

DR. BERHANE WORKU (NPI 1740467950) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Brooklyn, New York, licensed in New York (244559) and active in the NPI registry since January 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with New York-presbyterian Hospital, and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740467950
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BERHANE WORKU
Location Address506 SIXTH STREET, NEW YORK METHODIST HOSP DEPT OF CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERYBrooklyn, NY 11215
Mailing Address220 E 52nd St Apt 3dNew York, NY 10022-6206 · (917) 797-0663
Phone(212) 780-1000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHarvard Medical SchoolGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJanuary 30, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 11, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJuly 11, 2023
✔ NPI 1740467950 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 244559
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 244559 (NY)
506 SIXTH STREET, Brooklyn, NY 11215
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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. Berhane Worku 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 ID2365699881
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120905000532
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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
55 services49 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
19 services19 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
11 services11 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
11 services11 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330101
Location525 East 68th StreetNew York, NY 10065 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 11215 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
$203.53 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $50.88 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$83.44 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $20.86 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
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.

90.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality87.09
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.12

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.

CARINA LOSCALZO PA
Physician Assistant
506 SIXTH STREET, THE METHODIST HOSPITAL
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
Kings County (718) 780-3159
EDWIN LUCIANO JR. PA
Physician Assistant
506 SIXTH STREET, THE METHODIST HOSPITAL
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
Kings County (718) 780-3159
MISS JULIEANN YU LING LIAO NP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
506 SIXTH STREET
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
Kings County (718) 780-3831
DR. ERIN Y OH BA, PHARMD, BCPS
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
506 SIXTH STREET, PHARMACY DEPT
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
Kings County (617) 233-4934
PRASHANT SUKHANI
Dentist (Endodontics)
506 SIXTH STREET, NEW YORK METHODIST HOSPITAL
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
Kings County (718) 780-5410
PARK SLOPE MEDICAL SERVICE PC
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
506 SIXTH STREET
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
Kings County (718) 780-5664
DR. THOMAS L PAONE MD
Specialist
506 SIXTH STREET
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
Kings County (718) 780-3272
DR. REBECCA LYNN ALTSCHUL M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
506 SIXTH STREET, BUCKLEY 2
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
Kings County (718) 780-5664

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 Berhane Worku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Berhane Worku is 1740467950. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 30, 2008.

Where is Berhane Worku located?

Berhane Worku practices at 506 Sixth Street New York Methodist Hosp Dept Of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Brooklyn, NY 11215. The listed phone number is (212) 780-1000.

What is Berhane Worku's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Berhane Worku enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Berhane Worku 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 Berhane Worku affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Berhane Worku is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Berhane Worku was last updated on July 11, 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.