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DR. GIRISH N MAKWANA M.D.
NPI 1023193240
Anesthesiology in Conover, NC

Active since October 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1224 COMMERCE ST SW, SUITE A, CONOVER, NC 28613(828) 261-0467(282) 267-0599 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 4, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Girish N Makwana M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GIRISH N MAKWANA M.D. (NPI 1023193240) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Conover, North Carolina, licensed in Georgia (050536) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023193240
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GIRISH N MAKWANACredential: M.D.
Location Address1224 COMMERCE ST SW, SUITE AConover, NC 28613
Mailing AddressPo Box 939Conover, NC 28613 · (828) 261-0467 · Fax (828) 267-0599
Phone(828) 261-0467
Fax(282) 267-0599
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1977
Enumeration DateOctober 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 4, 2015
✔ NPI 1023193240 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 050536
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
1224 COMMERCE ST SW, Conover, NC 28613
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINC82362GA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Girish N Makwana 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 ID7416841721
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170810001684
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Girish Makwana reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Back To Life Medical Group, LLC
209 mi
Family Medicine
557 RIVERSTONE PKWY, SUITE 140
Canton, GA 30114
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 8 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1396987152 (770) 345-2000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
131 services50 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
113 services81 patients
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.
113 services81 patients
Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7321
Hyaluronan or derivatives like Hyalgan, Supartz, or Visco-3, are used in intra-articular injections for joint pain relief. They help by improving joint lubrication, reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue healing. Each dose is administered directly into the joint space.
71 services59 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 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.
54 services47 patients
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307
Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.
38 services33 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

ERWIN PATRICK CORTEZ M.D.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Pain Medicine)
1224 COMMERCE ST SW
CONOVER, NC 28613
Catawba County (828) 261-0467
PAIN RELIEF CENTERS
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
1224 COMMERCE ST SW
CONOVER, NC 28613
Catawba County (828) 261-0467
PAIN RELIEF CENTERS PA
Non-Pharmacy Dispensing Site
1224 COMMERCE ST SW
CONOVER, NC 28613
Catawba County (828) 261-0467
MISS TARYN DAWN REEP FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1224 COMMERCE ST SW
CONOVER, NC 28613
Catawba County (828) 326-2855

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Girish Makwana's NPI number?

The NPI number for Girish Makwana is 1023193240. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 26, 2006.

Where is Girish Makwana located?

Girish Makwana practices at 1224 Commerce St SW Suite A, Conover, NC 28613. The listed phone number is (828) 261-0467.

What is Girish Makwana's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Girish Makwana enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Girish Makwana is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organization bills Medicare for Girish Makwana's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Girish Makwana reassigns Medicare benefits to Back To Life Medical Group, LLC (Canton, GA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Girish Makwana's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Girish Makwana was last updated on May 4, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.