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ASIM RUHELA
NPI 1043694987
Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, CA

Active since July 09, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2615 CHESTER AVE, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301(661) 395-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 12, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Asim Ruhela NPPES

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

ASIM RUHELA (NPI 1043694987) is an individual internal medicine provider in Bakersfield, California, licensed in California (A153577) and active in the NPI registry since July 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043694987
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameASIM RUHELA
Location Address2615 CHESTER AVEBakersfield, CA 93301-2014
Mailing Address2615 Chester AveBakersfield, CA 93301-2014 · (661) 395-3000
Phone(661) 395-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJuly 9, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 12, 2018
✔ NPI 1043694987 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A153577
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.
2615 CHESTER AVE, Bakersfield, CA 93301
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Asim Ruhela 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 ID7113216474
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180727002271
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 7

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
507 services182 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
332 services156 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
215 services202 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
66 services66 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
17 services17 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93301 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
$135.05 typical visit price
range $59.26 – $178.09
Typical copayment $33.76 (range $14.81 – $44.52)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$104.09 typical visit price
range $19.34 – $145.64
Typical copayment $26.02 (range $4.83 – $36.41)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers52 claims52 services$14.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$24.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers58 claims58 services$66.87 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier17 claims17 services$16.17 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

TAYLOR DIANE FIERRO
Nurse Practitioner
2615 CHESTER AVE
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301
Kern County (661) 654-2505
JOHN PHILLIP DICKEY M.D.
Internal Medicine
2615 CHESTER AVE
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301
Kern County (661) 869-6931
SOUND INPATIENT PHYSICIANS MEDICAL GROUP, INC
Hospitalist
2615 CHESTER AVE
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301
Kern County (661) 935-3000
MS. MARIA JOY VINLUAN-FELIX P.A.
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
2615 CHESTER AVE, SURGERY DEPARTMENT
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301
Kern County (661) 395-3000
GURKANWAL KLER
Pharmacist
2615 CHESTER AVE
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301
Kern County (661) 863-3280
COMFORT ANESTHESIA ASSOCIATES INC
Anesthesiology
2615 CHESTER AVE
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301
Kern County (661) 395-3000
MR. MARK ELIEFF PTA, MSA
Physical Therapy Assistant
2615 CHESTER AVE
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301
Kern County (661) 395-3000
DR. STEVEN HENRY DZIERBA PHARMD MS FASHP
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
2615 CHESTER AVE
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301
Kern County (661) 869-6280

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 Asim Ruhela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Asim Ruhela is 1043694987. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 9, 2015.

Where is Asim Ruhela located?

Asim Ruhela practices at 2615 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301. The listed phone number is (661) 395-3000.

What is Asim Ruhela's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Asim Ruhela enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Asim Ruhela 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Asim Ruhela was last updated on September 12, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.