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DR. SIMONA VELICU MD, MBA
NPI 1982868857
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Buffalo, NY

Active since July 10, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
515 ABBOTT RD STE 204, BUFFALO, NY 14220(716) 828-3123(716) 828-3890 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 2, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 2, 2021, Oct 30, 2020, Dec 25, 2017 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Simona Velicu Md, Mba NPPES

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

DR. SIMONA VELICU MD, MBA (NPI 1982868857) is an individual neurology provider in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (290577) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sisters Of Charity Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982868857
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameDR. SIMONA VELICUCredential: MD, MBA
Location Address515 ABBOTT RD STE 204Buffalo, NY 14220-1700
Mailing Address515 Abbott Rd Ste 204Buffalo, NY 14220-1700 · (716) 828-3123 · Fax (716) 828-3890
Phone(716) 828-3123
Fax(716) 828-3890
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJune 2, 20215 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 2, 2021
✔ NPI 1982868857 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 290577
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
515 ABBOTT RD STE 204, Buffalo, NY 14220
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1462 Grider StBuffalo, NY 14215-3021 · Phone (716) 692-3700
Location 2Weatherby Inc, 37 Allegany AveKenmore, NY 14217-2008 · Phone (216) 507-7074

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. Simona Velicu Md, Mba 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 ID4284829946
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180110002627
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 4

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 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.
199 services149 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.
87 services87 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.
24 services24 patients
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.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Sisters Of Charity Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330078
Location2157 Main StreetBuffalo, NY 14214 · Erie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kenmore Mercy Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kenmore, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number330102
Location2950 Elmwood AvenueKenmore, NY 14217 · Erie County
Emergency services

Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330279
Location565 Abbott RoadBuffalo, NY 14220 · Erie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14220 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.08 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $24.27 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

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 Simona Velicu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Simona Velicu is 1982868857. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2008.

Where is Simona Velicu located?

Simona Velicu practices at 515 Abbott Rd Ste 204, Buffalo, NY 14220. The listed phone number is (716) 828-3123.

What is Simona Velicu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Simona Velicu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Simona Velicu 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 Simona Velicu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Simona Velicu is affiliated with Sisters Of Charity Hospital, Kenmore Mercy Hospital and Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Simona Velicu was last updated on June 2, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.