Dr. Richard Salzano, MD
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Richard Salzano
Richard Salzano, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in New Haven, CT.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
38
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry
Class of 1988
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 034350 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | |
| Connecticut | 34350 | Specialist | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Richard Salzano
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Richard Salzano is an established thoracic surgery provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry in 1988. Dr. currently practices at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033157714, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Richard Salzano as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 97 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 329 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Richard Salzano received $398 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$398
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 06511
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Richard Salzano
What does Dr. Richard Salzano specialize in?
Dr. Richard Salzano specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Specialist.
Where does Dr. Richard Salzano practice?
Dr. Richard Salzano practices at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut.
Does Dr. Richard Salzano accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Richard Salzano accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 97 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Richard Salzano's NPI number?
Dr. Richard Salzano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033157714. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Richard Salzano been practicing?
Dr. Richard Salzano has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry in 1988.