DR. CASSANDRA VILLEGAS MD
NPI 1962636878
Surgery in New York, NY

Active since May 06, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
525 E 68TH ST, NEW YORK, NY 10065(520) 694-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 4, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 4, 2021, Jun 5, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Cassandra Villegas Md NPPES

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

DR. CASSANDRA VILLEGAS MD (NPI 1962636878) is an individual surgery provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (291749) and active in the NPI registry since May 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with New York-presbyterian Hospital, and is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962636878
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CASSANDRA VILLEGASCredential: MD
Location Address525 E 68TH STNew York, NY 10065-4870
Mailing Address525 E 68th StNew York, NY 10065-4870 · (646) 962-8490
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJohns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMay 6, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 4, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 4, 2021
NPI 1962636878 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in NY · 291749
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.

525 E 68TH ST, New York, NY 10065

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. Cassandra Villegas 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 ID1557608262
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190730004028
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 8

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 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
224 services118 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
150 services73 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
40 services39 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
32 services32 patients
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.
32 services14 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
18 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Lenox Hill Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330119
Location100 East 77th StreetNew York, NY 10021 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10065 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

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.

Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
525 E 68TH ST, BOX 275
NEW YORK, NY 10065
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
525 E 68TH ST, N046
NEW YORK, NY 10065
Internal Medicine
525 E 68TH ST, ST341
NEW YORK, NY 10065
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
525 E 68TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10065
Pediatrics (Pediatric Endocrinology)
525 E 68TH ST, BOX 103
NEW YORK, NY 10065
Emergency Medicine
525 E 68TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10065
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Obstetrics)
525 E 68TH ST, J-130
NEW YORK, NY 10065
Clinical Neuropsychologist
525 E 68TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10065

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 Cassandra Villegas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cassandra Villegas is 1962636878. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 6, 2009.

Where is Cassandra Villegas located?

Cassandra Villegas practices at 525 E 68th St, New York, NY 10065. The listed phone number is (520) 694-1000.

What is Cassandra Villegas's specialty?

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

Is Cassandra Villegas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cassandra Villegas 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 Cassandra Villegas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cassandra Villegas is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital and Lenox Hill Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cassandra Villegas was last updated on October 4, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.