Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Seth Althoff, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Philadelphia, PA
- NPI 1518179100
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5501 Old York RD
Philadelphia, PA 191413018
(215) 456-6679 - Mailing address
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Po Box 8500-8735
Philadelphia, PA 191788735
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 13, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD448769
- Medicaid
- VA #1518179100
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518179100. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,180
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$142,969
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 449 | 434 | $181 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 346 | 326 | $125 | |
93042 |
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only | 297 | 279 | $7 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 68 | 68 | $220 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 20 | 19 | $74 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 322 peers in this city , average services per provider: 85. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$64
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $35.00 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $14.71 | |
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 1 | $14.65 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
93
Patients
92
Total drug cost
$440
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 26 | 26 | $57 |
| Cefadroxil | Generic | 21 | 21 | $173 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 18 | 18 | $37 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 16 | 16 | $82 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 12 | 11 | $91 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Seth Althoff's medical specialty?
Dr. Seth Althoff practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Philadelphia, PA.
Where does Dr. Seth Althoff practice?
Dr. Seth Althoff practices at 5501 Old York RD, Philadelphia, PA 191413018. Office phone: 2154566679.
What is Dr. Seth Althoff's NPI?
Dr. Seth Althoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518179100, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Seth Althoff accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Seth Althoff accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Seth Althoff commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only (HCPCS 93042). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.