ALEXANDER KESSLER MD
NPI 1992071948
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Rochester, NY

Active since March 23, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
88.28/100
CMS Quality Rating
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX MED, ROCHESTER, NY 14642(585) 275-2874 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 7, 2023, Jan 16, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Alexander Kessler Md NPPES

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

ALEXANDER KESSLER MD (NPI 1992071948) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Rochester, New York, licensed in New York (277575) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with F F Thompson Hospital, and is a graduate of State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992071948
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameALEXANDER KESSLERCredential: MD
Location Address601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX MEDRochester, NY 14642-0001
Mailing Address199 Park Club Ln Ste 300Williamsville, NY 14221-5269 · (716) 249-6883
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Buffalo School Of MedicineGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMarch 23, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1992071948 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License Licensed in NY · 277575
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Also ListedNurse Anesthetist, Certified RegisteredTaxonomy 367500000X · License 277575 (NY)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, Rochester, NY 14642

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

Alexander Kessler 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 ID1153616818
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190109002031
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 18

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.

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
184 services176 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498
A CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.
64 services63 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496
A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.
62 services60 patients
Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement 77012
This process involves a radiologist examining CT scan images to accurately guide a needle's placement within the body. This technique is often used for biopsies or treatments, ensuring precision and safety.
52 services24 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into external genitals and anus nerve 64430
This procedure involves the administration of a numbing agent and/or anti-inflammatory medication into specific nerve areas near the lower body region. It is used to alleviate discomfort or pain in the external lower body and rear end.
51 services24 patients
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553
An MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.
50 services46 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

F F Thompson Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Canandaigua, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330074
Location350 Parrish StreetCanandaigua, NY 14424 · Ontario County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St James Mercy Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hornell, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number330151
Location7329 Seneca Road NorthHornell, NY 14843 · Steuben County
Emergency services

Highland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330164
Location1000 South AvenueRochester, NY 14617 · Monroe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Nicholas H Noyes Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Dansville, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330238
Location111 Clara Barton StreetDansville, NY 14437 · Livingston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Strong Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330285
Location601 Elmwood AveRochester, NY 14642 · Monroe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14642 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
$84.93 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

88.28/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality70.08
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost76.92

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.

Physician Assistant
601 ELMWOOD AVE
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 635
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 648
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 652
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Urology (Pediatric Urology)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 656
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 704
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 705
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
601 ELMWOOD AVE
ROCHESTER, NY 14642

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 Alexander Kessler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Kessler is 1992071948. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 23, 2012.

Where is Alexander Kessler located?

Alexander Kessler practices at 601 Elmwood Ave Box Med, Rochester, NY 14642. The listed phone number is (585) 275-2874.

What is Alexander Kessler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Alexander Kessler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Kessler 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 Alexander Kessler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alexander Kessler is affiliated with F F Thompson Hospital, St James Mercy Hospital, Highland Hospital, Nicholas H Noyes Memorial Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Kessler was last updated on July 7, 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.