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Active NPI 1588921647 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Anthony Dakwar , MD

Colon & Rectal Surgery • Buffalo, NY

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Anthony Dakwar, MD is a certified Colon & Rectal Surgery practicing in Buffalo, NY. With approximately 14 years of clinical experience since completing medical education in 2012, Dr. Dakwar delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at ELM AND CARLTON STREETS.

Dr. Dakwar is affiliated with Roswell Park Cancer Institute and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include diagnostic exam of lower portion of large bowel using a flexible endoscope, new patient outpatient office visit, diagnostic examination of the anus using an endoscope. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

Elm And Carlton Streets

Buffalo, NY 142630001

Telephone 7168452300
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic
🏢 Roswell Park Cancer Institute Facility NPI 1720036593

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Other

Graduation Year

2012

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Colon & Rectal Surgery in Buffalo, NY

Established Specialist (10-20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
14 Yrs +0.7 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 13.3 Yrs
State Avg: 23.5 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
9 Specialists

Practicing in Buffalo, NY (209 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
11.1% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
80.8% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Dakwar (14 Years) 14 Yrs
Buffalo Specialty Average (13.3 Years) 13.3 Yrs

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2022)
Reporting Year:
HCPCS Code & Description Services Patients Submitted Charge Medicare Allowed
45330 Diagnostic exam of lower portion of large bowel using a flexible endoscope
30 19 $631.00 $45.85
99205 New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more
21 21 $556.71 $181.71

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2021-08-31
Colon & Rectal Surgery Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 208C00000X

State License NY 312449

A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.

Internal Medicine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207R00000X

State License NY 312449

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Surgery

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 208600000X

State License FL ME137853

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.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 390200000X

An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Roswell Park Cancer Institute

Elm And Carlton St, Buffalo, NY 142630001

Phone: 7168452300

Secondary Practice Locations

655 W 8th St

Jacksonville, FL 322096511

Phone: 9043831015

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

40 Associated Practitioners
Michelle Mccarthy , PA

Physician Assistant

NPI 1003003955

Physician Assistant

Dr. Musa Saeed , MD

Internal Medicine

NPI 1003226143

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Stephanie Myszka , FNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner - Family

NPI 1003361585

Family Nurse Practitioner (Board Certified)

Jessica Hafezi

Nurse Practitioner

NPI 1003380528
Dr. Zhongbo Yang , MD

Pathology - Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine

NPI 1013356047

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Maghan Krone , NP

Nurse Practitioner

NPI 1013432194

Nurse Practitioner

Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

11 Historical Events
📍
Updated Practice Location August 31, 2021

Registered at ELM AND CARLTON STREETS, BUFFALO, NY 142630001 (Tel: 7168452300)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) August 31, 2021

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

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Updated Practice Location September 03, 2019

Registered at 655 W 8TH ST, JACKSONVILLE, FL 322096511 (Tel: 9043831015)

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Updated Business Mailing Address September 03, 2019

Registered at PO BOX 44008, JACKSONVILLE, FL 322314008 (Tel: 9043831015)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) May 01, 2019

Surgery (License #ME137853 in FL)

NPI Profile Active April 23, 2015

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

📍
Updated Practice Location April 23, 2015

Registered at 7560 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 143044709 (Tel: 7162831527)

📍
Updated Business Mailing Address April 23, 2015

Registered at 5645 MAIN ST, FLUSHING, NY 113555045 (Tel: 7184450220)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated April 23, 2015

Recorded as ANTHONY DAKWAR, M.D.

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) April 23, 2015

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration April 13, 2012

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1588921647
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: April 13, 2012
Last Update: August 31, 2021
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

Po Box 44008

Jacksonville, FL 322314008

Phone: 9043831015

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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