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Thoracic Surgery

Nicholas R. Hess, MD

Sees patients in Rochester, NY · New York

Summary

Nicholas R. Hess, MD (Thoracic Surgery) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in Rochester, NY. NPI 1548798903. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Nicholas R. Hess, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

Thoracic SurgeryPrimary specialty
May acceptAccepts Medicare assignment
9Years since medical school (graduated 2017)
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does Nicholas R. Hess see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Rochester, NY. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Nicholas R. Hess's specialty?
Medicare lists Thoracic Surgery as the primary specialty.
Does Nicholas R. Hess accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Nicholas R. Hess may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
What is Nicholas R. Hess's NPI number?
1548798903. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Nicholas R. Hess is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Other thoracic surgeons in Rochester

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Rochester, NY — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Graduation year2017
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1548798903
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians