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FAREED RIFAI MD
NPI 1053873745
Ophthalmology - Retina Specialist in Pensacola, FL

Active since April 02, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6100 N DAVIS HWY, PENSACOLA, FL 32504(850) 607-6841(850) 637-1054 Get Directions Write a Review

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

Record update history: Aug 18, 2026, Jul 21, 2026, Jul 8, 2025 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2019).

About Fareed Rifai Md NPPES

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

FAREED RIFAI MD (NPI 1053873745) is an individual retina specialist in Pensacola, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME164034) and active in the NPI registry since April 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sacred Heart Hospital, and maintains 6 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053873745
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0107X
Provider Legal NameFAREED RIFAICredential: MD
Location Address6100 N DAVIS HWYPensacola, FL 32504-6950
Mailing Address6100 N Davis HwyPensacola, FL 32504-6950 · (850) 607-6841 · Fax (850) 637-1054
Phone(850) 607-6841
Fax(850) 637-1054
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateApril 2, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 18, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 18, 2026
✔ NPI 1053873745 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Retina SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0107X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME164034
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License 57632 (KY)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
6100 N DAVIS HWY, Pensacola, FL 32504
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Secondary Practice Locations 6

Location 11415 Tulane AveNew Orleans, LA 70112-2600 · Phone (504) 988-5263
Location 2110 Conn TerLexington, KY 40508-3206 · Phone (859) 323-5867 · Fax (859) 323-8510
Location 33577 Gulf Breeze PkwyGulf Breeze, FL 32563-3407 · Phone (850) 934-1954
Location 44427 Highway 90Pace, FL 32571-2066 · Phone (850) 994-8400
Location 56190 N Davis HwyPensacola, FL 32504-6969 · Phone (850) 476-9236
Location 6120 N Eagle Creek Dr Ste 500Lexington, KY 40509-1827 · Phone (859) 263-3900 · Fax (859) 263-3757

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Fareed Rifai 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 ID6709242548
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230519001887, I20241220000234
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 Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Fareed Rifai reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Retina Center Of Pensacola PA
Same address
Ophthalmology
6100 N DAVIS HWY
Pensacola, FL 32504
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1760810329 (850) 607-6841
Center For Sight Of Northwest Florida PA
0.2 mi
Ophthalmology
6190 N DAVIS HWY
Pensacola, FL 32504
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1366438012 (850) 476-9236
Kentucky Medical Services Foundation, Inc
541 mi
Internal Medicine
2333 ALUMNI PARK PLZ, SUITE 200
Lexington, KY 40517
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 1,502 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1326091448 (859) 257-7910
University Of Kentucky
542 mi
General Practice
2195 HARRODSBURG RD STE 175
Lexington, KY 40504
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 1,761 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1194852582 (859) 257-9272

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 4

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.

Removal of eye fluid (vitreous) between lens and retina 67036
This procedure, known as a vitrectomy, involves removing some or all of the vitreous humor, the clear gel-like substance in the eye. It's done to treat various eye conditions, like retinal detachment or macular hole. The aim is to improve or stabilize vision. It's performed under local or general anesthesia.
47 services42 patients
Removal of membrane of retina 67041
Removal of the retina's membrane is a surgical procedure aimed at treating eye conditions affecting the retina's function. It involves a delicate operation to eliminate scar tissue or membranes causing vision problems. The procedure can help improve or stabilize vision.
37 services37 patients
Removal of membrane of retina with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina 67042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of a thin layer, called the membrane, from the retina. It also includes the removal of the innermost layer of the retina, known as the internal limiting membrane. This can help improve vision.
17 services17 patients
Repair of detached retina with drainage and removal of eye fluid between lens and retina 67108
This procedure addresses a detached retina, a serious eye condition. It involves draining fluid from between the lens and retina, allowing the retina to reattach. Then, the eye fluid is removed to prevent future detachments. It's a crucial step for vision restoration.
17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sacred Heart Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pensacola, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100025
Location5151 N 9th AvePensacola, FL 32504 · Escambia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Kentucky Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number180067
Location800 Rose StreetLexington, KY 40536 · Fayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32504 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

VICTORIA RAWLINS PA-C
Physician Assistant
6100 N DAVIS HWY
PENSACOLA, FL 32504
Escambia County (850) 607-6841
KOTLARZ ENT AND FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY
Otolaryngology
6100 N DAVIS HWY
PENSACOLA, FL 32504
Escambia County (850) 471-2377
DR. AREF RIFAI MD
Ophthalmology (Retina Specialist)
6100 N DAVIS HWY
PENSACOLA, FL 32504
Escambia County (850) 607-6841
SAYYADA HYDER MD
Ophthalmology
6100 N DAVIS HWY
PENSACOLA, FL 32504
Escambia County (850) 607-6841
RETINA CENTER OF PENSACOLA PA
Ophthalmology
6100 N DAVIS HWY
PENSACOLA, FL 32504
Escambia County (850) 607-6841
ADVANCED SURGERY CENTER LLC
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
6100 N DAVIS HWY
PENSACOLA, FL 32504
Escambia County (850) 471-2377

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 Fareed Rifai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Fareed Rifai is 1053873745. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2019.

Where is Fareed Rifai located?

Fareed Rifai practices at 6100 N Davis Hwy, Pensacola, FL 32504. The listed phone number is (850) 607-6841.

What is Fareed Rifai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0107X.

Is Fareed Rifai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Fareed Rifai 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 organizations bill Medicare for Fareed Rifai's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Fareed Rifai reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Retina Center Of Pensacola PA (Pensacola, FL), Center For Sight Of Northwest Florida PA (Pensacola, FL), Kentucky Medical Services Foundation, Inc (Lexington, KY) and University Of Kentucky (Lexington, KY). Each 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 Fareed Rifai's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Fareed Rifai accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 1 other insurer list Fareed Rifai 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 Fareed Rifai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Fareed Rifai is affiliated with Sacred Heart Hospital and University Of Kentucky Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Fareed Rifai was last updated on August 18, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months 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.