FIRAS GEORGE HOUGEIR M.D.
NPI 1023095957
Dermatology in Douglasville, GA

Active since December 30, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.03/100
CMS Quality Rating
4645 TIMBER RIDGE DR, STE 100, DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135(678) 702-3376(678) 909-0446 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 4, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Firas George Hougeir M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

FIRAS GEORGE HOUGEIR M.D. (NPI 1023095957) is an individual dermatology provider in Douglasville, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (060181) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wellstar Douglas Medical Center, and is a graduate of Mayo Medical School (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023095957
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameFIRAS GEORGE HOUGEIRCredential: M.D.
Location Address4645 TIMBER RIDGE DR, STE 100Douglasville, GA 30135-7542
Mailing Address151 Southhall Ln, Ste 300Maitland, FL 32751-7172 · (407) 875-2080 · Fax (407) 650-3455
Fax(678) 909-0446
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMayo Medical SchoolGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateDecember 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 4, 2017
NPI 1023095957 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License Licensed in GA · 060181
Definition

A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.

Also ListedDermatology · MOHS-Micrographic SurgeryTaxonomy 207ND0101X · License 060181 (GA)
4645 TIMBER RIDGE DR, Douglasville, GA 30135

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PIN102I077563GA
Medicare PIN202I075589GA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Firas George Hougeir M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2668371873
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080731000563
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 31

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
1,477 services207 patients
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks 17311
This procedure involves the careful removal of a growth from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissue, divided into 1-5 blocks, is then examined under a microscope to study its characteristics and determine the nature of the growth.
559 services449 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
471 services325 patients
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks 17312
This procedure involves the careful removal of abnormal growths from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissues, divided into 1-5 blocks, are then examined under a microscope to identify any irregularities. The process may be carried out in multiple stages for thorough examination.
354 services230 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
302 services231 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
198 services169 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Wellstar Douglas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Douglasville, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110184
Location8954 Hospital DriveDouglasville, GA 30134 · Douglas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30135 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$88.06 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $22.01 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.85 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $17.71 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

77.03/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality95.71
Improvement Activities40
Cost29.16

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
97%6,388 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
33%836 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
62%2,756 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
72%1,349 patients4/55-star benchmark: 95%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
58%2,756 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
The percentage of adolescents 12 to 20 years of age with a primary care visit during the measurement year for whom tobacco use status was documented and received help with quitting if identified as a tobacco user
99%425 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Ophthalmology
4645 TIMBER RIDGE DR, SUITE 100
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
Dermatology
4645 TIMBER RIDGE DR, SUITE 100
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1023095957, enumerated as an "individual" on December 30, 2005.

The provider is located at 4645 TIMBER RIDGE DR STE 100 DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135 and the phone number is (678) 702-3376.

Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Firas Hougeir is affiliated with: WELLSTAR DOUGLAS MEDICAL CENTER.