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DR. HARISH LAVU MD
NPI 1801014055
Surgery in Philadelphia, PA

Active since April 23, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
615 CHESTNUT ST, 14TH FLOOR, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106(215) 955-2141(215) 955-2420 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 18, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Harish Lavu Md NPPES

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

DR. HARISH LAVU MD (NPI 1801014055) is an individual surgery provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD434568) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and is a graduate of Albany Medical College Of Union University (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801014055
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. HARISH LAVUCredential: MD
Location Address615 CHESTNUT ST, 14TH FLOORPhiladelphia, PA 19106-4404
Mailing Address615 Chestnut St, 14th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19106-4404
Phone(215) 955-2141
Fax(215) 955-2420
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSAlbany Medical College Of Union UniversityGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateApril 23, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 18, 2008
✔ NPI 1801014055 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD434568
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 01063375A (IN)
615 CHESTNUT ST, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PIN133245PAGPA
Medicaid0175293NJ
Medicaid1022130930001PA

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. Harish Lavu Md 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 ID1557454501
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081004000007
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
45 services13 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
37 services36 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
30 services27 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.
29 services29 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.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390174
Location111 South 11th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19107 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19106 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

FREDERICK RANDOLPH MD
Emergency Medicine
615 CHESTNUT ST, 14TH FLOOR
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
Philadelphia County (215) 955-2141
JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS
Nurse Practitioner
615 CHESTNUT ST, 14TH FLOOR
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
Philadelphia County (215) 955-9655
METHODIST ASSOCIATES IN HEALTHCARE, INC.
Nurse Practitioner (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
615 CHESTNUT ST, 14TH FLOOR
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
Philadelphia County (215) 000-0000
JAVIER DAVID KAPLAN M.D.
Anesthesiology
615 CHESTNUT ST, 14TH FLOOR
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
Philadelphia County (215) 955-1175

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 Harish Lavu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Harish Lavu is 1801014055. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 23, 2007.

Where is Harish Lavu located?

Harish Lavu practices at 615 Chestnut St 14th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19106. The listed phone number is (215) 955-2141.

What is Harish Lavu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Harish Lavu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Harish Lavu 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 Harish Lavu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Harish Lavu is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Harish Lavu was last updated on November 18, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.