Quick answers
- Does Philip J. Gara Jr. accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Philip J. Gara Jr. accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is Philip J. Gara Jr.'s NPI number?
- 1740278837. 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 Philip J. Gara Jr. is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 100 Broad StGlens Falls, NY 12801 (518) 792‑2223
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Philip J. Gara Jr. as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Hudson Headwaters Health Network215 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Internal Medicineprimary
- Geriatric Medicinealso
Other internal medicine doctors in Glens Falls
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Glens Falls, NY — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Hudson Headwaters Health Network
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Medical school | Albany Medical College Of Union University |
|---|---|
| Graduation year | 1976 (50 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1740278837 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians