Edwin Salsitz
Addiction Medicine
21+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Edwin Salsitz
Edwin Salsitz is a healthcare provider practicing in New York, NY.
Specialty Definition
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.
54
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Addiction MedicineCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 1972
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 116352 | Internal Medicine | |
| New York | 116352 | Internal Medicine | — |
Public Data Summary for Edwin Salsitz
With 21 years of practice, Edwin Salsitz is an established addiction medicine provider after earning their medical degree at Other in 1972. Edwin currently practices at Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in New York, New York. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780672964, 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 Edwin Salsitz as a lower-volume addiction medicine provider, treating approximately 20 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 89 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 Edwin Salsitz received $2K 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
$2K
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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Addiction Medicine Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 10003
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Edwin Salsitz
What does Edwin Salsitz specialize in?
Edwin Salsitz specializes in Addiction Medicine. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Internal Medicine.
Where does Edwin Salsitz practice?
Edwin Salsitz practices at Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in New York, New York.
Does Edwin Salsitz accept Medicare?
CartoChrome does not have a verified Medicare assignment record for Edwin Salsitz. CMS opt-out records should be checked directly, and patients should call the practice to confirm Medicare acceptance for their specific plan.
What is Edwin Salsitz's NPI number?
Edwin Salsitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780672964. 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 Edwin Salsitz been practicing?
Edwin Salsitz has approximately 21 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 1972.