DR. RAMI KAHWASH MD
NPI 1053515718
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Columbus, OH

Active since June 14, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.31/100
CMS Quality Rating
181 TAYLOR AVE, COLUMBUS, OH 43203(614) 293-7677(614) 293-5614 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 17, 2026, May 25, 2023, Apr 14, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Rami Kahwash Md NPPES

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

DR. RAMI KAHWASH MD (NPI 1053515718) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Columbus, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35.090464) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ohio State University State Health System, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053515718
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X
Provider Legal NameDR. RAMI KAHWASHCredential: MD
Location Address181 TAYLOR AVEColumbus, OH 43203-1779
Mailing Address700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120Columbus, OH 43202-1559 · (614) 293-7677 · Fax (614) 293-5614
Fax(614) 293-5614
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJune 14, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 17, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 17, 2026
NPI 1053515718 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0001X
License Licensed in OH · 35.090464
Definition

Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 35.090464 (OH)
181 TAYLOR AVE, Columbus, OH 43203

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

Dr. Rami Kahwash Md 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 ID1153415815
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070926000194
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 10

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.
266 services63 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.
102 services14 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
55 services49 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
54 services51 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
50 services45 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
32 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ohio State University State Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbus, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number360085
Location410 West 10th AvenueColumbus, OH 43210 · Franklin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 43203 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
$126.12 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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.

95.31/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality76.58
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
7 suppliers50 claims4,305 services$0.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
3 suppliers18 claims2,940 services$0.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
6 suppliers38 claims38 services$18.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
3 suppliers31 claims37 services$12.28 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.

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
181 TAYLOR AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43203
Pharmacist
181 TAYLOR AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43203
Registered Nurse (Medical-Surgical)
181 TAYLOR AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43203
Counselor (Professional)
181 TAYLOR AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43203
Social Worker (Clinical)
181 TAYLOR AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43203
Emergency Medicine
181 TAYLOR AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43203
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
181 TAYLOR AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43203
Social Worker (Clinical)
181 TAYLOR AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43203

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 Rami Kahwash's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rami Kahwash is 1053515718. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2007.

Where is Rami Kahwash located?

Rami Kahwash practices at 181 Taylor Ave, Columbus, OH 43203. The listed phone number is (614) 293-7677.

What is Rami Kahwash's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Is Rami Kahwash enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rami Kahwash 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.

What insurance does Rami Kahwash accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and Molina Healthcare list Rami Kahwash as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Rami Kahwash affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rami Kahwash is affiliated with Ohio State University State Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rami Kahwash was last updated on April 17, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.