DR. MELVIN ROSENWASSER MD
NPI 1962434720
Surgery - Surgery of the Hand in New York, NY

Active since July 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE, 2ND FLOOR, NEW YORK, NY 10032(212) 305-4565 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 31, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Melvin Rosenwasser Md NPPES

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

DR. MELVIN ROSENWASSER MD (NPI 1962434720) is an individual surgery of the hand provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (132075) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center, and is a graduate of Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons (1976).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962434720
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0105X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELVIN ROSENWASSERCredential: MD
Location Address161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE, 2ND FLOORNew York, NY 10032-3729
Mailing Address622 W 168th St Ph 11New York, NY 10087-6691 · (212) 305-7319 · Fax (212) 305-4024
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSColumbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 1976
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 31, 2023
NPPES CertifiedMarch 31, 2023
NPI 1962434720 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgery of the HandAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0105X
License Licensed in NY · 132075
Definition
A surgeon with expertise 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 ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Hand SurgeryTaxonomy 207XS0106X · License 132075 (NY)
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE, New York, NY 10032

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. Melvin Rosenwasser 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 ID5496741613
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040422001496, I20050112000968
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 10

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
782 services94 patients
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.
223 services223 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.
205 services154 patients
Injection into tendon or ligament 20550
An injection into a tendon or ligament involves placing medication directly into these areas to help reduce inflammation and pain. It's often used for conditions like arthritis or tendonitis. The procedure is quick and usually involves a local anesthetic.
77 services55 patients
Incision of tendon covering of finger 26055
This procedure involves making a small cut into the protective sheath around a finger tendon. It's typically done to relieve pressure or inflammation, improve finger movement, or treat conditions like trigger finger. It's a safe, often outpatient procedure.
49 services30 patients
Extensive removal of growth of soft tissue structures in palm side of wrist 25115
This procedure involves the careful removal of an abnormal growth from the soft tissue structures in the palm side of your wrist. It's done to alleviate discomfort or improve function. The operation is performed under anesthesia and recovery time varies.
31 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Holy Name Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Teaneck, NJ
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310008
Location718 Teaneck RdTeaneck, NJ 07666 · Bergen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 10032 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
$102.04 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $25.51 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.8
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Wrist hand orthosis, wrist extension control cock-up, non molded, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3908
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
5 suppliers24 claims28 services$60.88 avg. paid by Medicare
Hand finger orthosis, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3924
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
4 suppliers21 claims23 services$65.80 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 20

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

Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE, 7TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE, ROOM 661
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Physician Assistant
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE, HERBERT IRVING PAVILION ROOM # 903
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Urology
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE, 11TH FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10032

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 Melvin Rosenwasser's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melvin Rosenwasser is 1962434720. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2006.

Where is Melvin Rosenwasser located?

Melvin Rosenwasser practices at 161 Fort Washington Ave 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10032. The listed phone number is (212) 305-4565.

What is Melvin Rosenwasser's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgery of the Hand, with taxonomy code 2086S0105X.

Is Melvin Rosenwasser enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melvin Rosenwasser 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 Melvin Rosenwasser affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melvin Rosenwasser is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center and New York-Presbyterian Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melvin Rosenwasser was last updated on March 31, 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.