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ASTER ASSEFA M.D.
NPI 1912012295
Family Medicine in Mt Pleasant, PA

Active since August 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
603 N CHURCH ST, MT PLEASANT, PA 15666(724) 547-3030(724) 547-4596 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 19, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 19, 2022, Feb 12, 2019, Jan 17, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Aster Assefa M.d. NPPES

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

ASTER ASSEFA M.D. (NPI 1912012295) is an individual family medicine provider in Mt Pleasant, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD063307L) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912012295
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameASTER ASSEFACredential: M.D.
Location Address603 N CHURCH STMt Pleasant, PA 15666-1006
Mailing Address711 Rembrandt CirIrwin, PA 15642-9530 · (724) 861-4770
Phone(724) 547-3030
Fax(724) 547-4596
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateAugust 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 19, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 19, 2022
✔ NPI 1912012295 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD063307L
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
603 N CHURCH ST, Mt Pleasant, PA 15666
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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

Aster Assefa 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 ID4385830983
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101122000763
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.

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.
110 services52 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.
102 services54 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
40 services40 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
29 services27 patients
Influenza vaccine, inactivated 90653
The Influenza vaccine, inactivated, is a shot given to protect against the flu. It contains killed virus particles that help your body build immunity to the flu. It's recommended annually to keep your protection up-to-date. It's safe for ages 6 months and up.
28 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Greensburg, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390145
Location532 West Pittsburgh StreetGreensburg, PA 15601 · Westmoreland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Excela Health - Frick Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Pleasant, PA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390217
Location508 South Church StreetMount Pleasant, PA 15666 · Westmoreland County
Emergency services

Excela Health Latrobe Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Latrobe, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390219
LocationOne Mellon WayLatrobe, PA 15650 · Westmoreland County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15666 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
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$67.88 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$31.76 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

ASTER ASSEFA, MD, PC
Family Medicine
603 N CHURCH ST
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
Westmoreland County (724) 547-3030
EXCELA HEALTH PHYSICIAN PRACTICES, INC.
Family Medicine
603 N CHURCH ST
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
Westmoreland County (724) 547-3030
DR. ANDRZEJ K ZIELKE M.D.
Registered Nurse (Pain Management)
603 N CHURCH ST
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
Westmoreland County (412) 203-2470

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 Aster Assefa's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aster Assefa is 1912012295. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 20, 2006.

Where is Aster Assefa located?

Aster Assefa practices at 603 N Church St, Mt Pleasant, PA 15666. The listed phone number is (724) 547-3030.

What is Aster Assefa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Aster Assefa enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Aster Assefa 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 Aster Assefa affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Aster Assefa is affiliated with Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital, Excela Health - Frick Hospital and Excela Health Latrobe Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Aster Assefa was last updated on January 19, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.