SAMIR ALSAWAH MD
NPI 1063453413
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Port Huron, MI
NPI Status: Active since June 09, 2006
Contact Information
1231 PINE GROVE AVE
STE 2F
PORT HURON, MI
ZIP 48060
Phone: (810) 982-5200
Fax: (810) 982-9776
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 43
- Internal Medicine
- Hematology & Oncology
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About SAMIR ALSAWAH
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Samir Alsawah, an internist established in Port Huron, Michigan with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in hematology & oncology and more than 43 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1063453413 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RH0003X with license number 4301051703 (MI). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.
- NPI
- 1063453413
- Provider Name
- SAMIR ALSAWAH MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1231 PINE GROVE AVE STE 2F PORT HURON, MI 48060
- Location Phone
- (810) 982-5200
- Location Fax
- (810) 982-9776
- Mailing Address
- 1231 PINE GROVE AVE SUITE 2F PORT HURON, MI 48060
- Mailing Phone
- (810) 982-5200
- Mailing Fax
- (810) 982-9776
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 1983
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-09-2006
- Last Update Date
- 10-22-2020
- Code Navigator
An internist like Samir Alsawah is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Internal Medicine Hematology & Oncology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207RH0003X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 4301051703
- License State
- MI
- Taxonomy Description
- An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Bronze Extra - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Bronze Saver HSA - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Bronze Secure - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Gold - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Gold Extra - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Silver - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Silver Extra - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Silver Saver - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Value - HMO
- Blue Cross� Select HMO Bronze Extra - HMO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Extra - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Saver HSA - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Secure - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Gold - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Gold Extra - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver Extra - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver Saver HSA - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Value - PPO
- MHP Bronze - HMO
- MHP Bronze Saver (Expanded) - HMO
- MHP Expanded Bronze Standard - HMO
- MHP Gold - HMO
- MHP Gold Standard - HMO
- MHP Silver Exchange - HMO
- MHP Silver Exchange Rewards - HMO
- MHP Silver Standard - HMO
- MHP Young Adult/Catastrophic - HMO
- MyPriority Balanced Silver - HMO
- MyPriority Balanced Silver Southeast Michigan Network - HMO
- MyPriority Enhanced Gold Southeast Michigan Network - HMO
- MyPriority Premier Silver - HMO
- MyPriority Standard Bronze - HMO
- MyPriority Standard Bronze - Southeast Michigan Network - HMO
- MyPriority Standard Bronze - Travel - HMO
- MyPriority Standard Gold - HMO
- MyPriority Standard Gold Southeast Michigan Network - HMO
- MyPriority Standard Silver - HMO
- UHC Bronze Copay Focus (No Referrals) - HMO
- UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) - HMO
- UHC Bronze Essential+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - HMO
- UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) - HMO
- UHC Gold Advantage (No Referrals) - HMO
- UHC Gold Advantage+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - HMO
- UHC Gold Copay Focus (No Referrals) - HMO
- UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) - HMO
- UHC Silver Advantage (No Referrals) - HMO
- UHC Silver Advantage+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - HMO
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| P78652 | OTHER (01) | MI | BCN |
| 110G41039 | OTHER (01) | MI | BCBSM ALSAWAH |
| 3165470 | MEDICAID (05) | MI |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Samir Alsawah is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Samir Alsawah is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 4183637465
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20091103000093
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Administration of additional new drug or substance into vein, 1 hour or less
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, each additional hour
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes
Infusion into a vein for hydration, 31-60 minutes
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, additional sequential infusion, 1 hour or less
Infusion, normal saline solution , 1000 cc
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes
Injection of additional new drug or substance into vein
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle
Injection, carboplatin, 50 mg
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg
Injection, diphenhydramine hcl, up to 50 mg
Injection, ferumoxytol, for treatment of iron deficiency anemia, 1 mg (non-esrd use)
Injection, granisetron hydrochloride, 100 mcg
Injection, palonosetron hcl, 25 mcg
Injection, pembrolizumab, 1 mg
Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or
Unclassified drugs
This procedure involves introducing a new drug or substance into your vein, typically via an IV drip. It lasts for an hour or less. This method allows the substance to quickly reach your bloodstream, ensuring rapid and effective treatment.
This service was performed 99 times for 31 patientsChemotherapy is a treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. When administered into a vein, it's often through an IV. This procedure usually lasts 1 hour or less. You may feel a slight pinch as the needle is inserted, but it's generally painless.
This service was performed 294 times for 70 patientsChemotherapy is a treatment method that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. The drugs are administered into a vein, usually in the arm. Each additional hour of chemotherapy allows for more of the medication to enter your bloodstream to fight against the cancer cells.
This service was performed 49 times for 18 patientsA complete blood cell count (CBC) is an automated test that measures different components of the blood, including red cells, white cells, and platelets. It helps assess overall health, detect disorders like anemia or infection, and monitor medical treatments.
This service was performed 115 times for 70 patientsA Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
This service was performed 744 times for 241 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 83 times for 50 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 137 times for 94 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 186 times for 104 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 387 times for 203 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 58 times for 38 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 212 times for 92 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 75 times for 33 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 19 times for 13 patientsThis is a procedure where a sterile solution is administered into your vein to help restore body fluid balance. It typically lasts between 31-60 minutes. It's a safe, common treatment for dehydration or to deliver medication.
This service was performed 23 times for 15 patientsThis is a procedure where a medical professional inserts a small tube into your vein to deliver medication, nutrients, or fluids directly into your bloodstream. This can be for treatment, prevention, or diagnosis. The process typically takes less than an hour.
This service was performed 73 times for 49 patientsThis procedure involves injecting fluids or medication directly into your vein. It's used for treatment, prevention, or diagnosis. An additional sequential infusion may be given within an hour if needed. This helps to ensure the medicine is distributed effectively in your body.
This service was performed 387 times for 51 patientsAn infusion of normal saline solution, 1000 cc, is a common medical procedure. It involves introducing a saltwater solution into your bloodstream via an intravenous (IV) line. This helps to hydrate your body, correct electrolyte imbalances, and deliver medications if needed.
This service was performed 22 times for 14 patientsInitial 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.
This service was performed 46 times for 42 patientsThis procedure involves introducing a new medication or substance into your bloodstream via a vein. It's typically done using a small needle. The substance can help treat various conditions or assist in diagnostic procedures. It's generally safe and monitored by professionals.
This service was performed 184 times for 49 patientsThis procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
This service was performed 193 times for 60 patientsCarboplatin is a chemotherapy drug used to treat various types of cancer by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. The 50 mg injection is administered into a vein by a healthcare professional. Side effects may occur.
This service was performed 317 times for 16 patientsDenosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.
This service was performed 5,820 times for 20 patientsDexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
This service was performed 1,495 times for 39 patientsDiphenhydramine HCL injection is a medicine given to alleviate symptoms of allergies, colds, or hay fever. It can also help with motion sickness and certain symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Up to 50 mg may be administered depending on your condition.
This service was performed 54 times for 25 patientsFerumoxytol injection is a treatment for iron deficiency anemia, a condition where your body lacks enough iron. It is injected into your vein to increase iron levels, aiding in the production of healthy red blood cells. This treatment is not for ESRD patients.
This service was performed 31,110 times for 41 patientsGranisetron hydrochloride is an anti-nausea medication given by injection. It helps prevent nausea and vomiting often caused by cancer treatments like chemotherapy. Its dosage is measured in micrograms (mcg).
This service was performed 891 times for 15 patientsPalonosetron HCL is an injection used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. It works by blocking a natural substance (serotonin) in the body that can cause vomiting. This helps improve your comfort during cancer treatment.
This service was performed 800 times for 33 patientsPembrolizumab is a medication given via injection to help your body's immune system fight certain types of cancer. It's typically administered in a hospital or clinic by a healthcare professional.
This service was performed 13,000 times for 16 patientsThis is a procedure where a small dose of Vitamin B-12, also known as Cyanocobalamin, is injected into your body. This vitamin is essential for nerve function and the production of red blood cells. It's often used to treat vitamin B-12 deficiency.
This service was performed 48 times for 26 patientsThis procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
This service was performed 280 times for 107 patientsThis is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
This service was performed 23 times for 23 patientsThis is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
This service was performed 34 times for 34 patientsThis service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
This service was performed 16 times for 15 patientsUnclassified drugs are medications that don't fit into an existing category or class due to their unique properties or uses. They may be used for various conditions and their effects may differ widely. Always ask your healthcare provider for more information about these drugs.
This service was performed 151 times for 44 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $41.67 for a new patient copayment and $24.11 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 48060 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99205
- Average New Patient Price $166.68
- Minimum New Patient Price $54.34
- Maximum New Patient Price $166.68
- Average New Patient Copayment $41.67
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.58
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $41.67
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $96.44
- Minimum Established Patient Price $17.09
- Maximum Established Patient Price $135.4
- Average Established Patient Copayment $24.11
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.27
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.85
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Anticoagulant Management Improvements | Yes | N/A |
| Individual MIPS eligible clinicians and groups who prescribe oral Vitamin K antagonist therapy (warfarin) must attest that, for 60 percent of practice patients in the transition year and 75 percent of practice patients in Quality Payment Program Year 2 and future years, their ambulatory care patients receiving warfarin are being managed by one or more of the following improvement activities: • Patients are being managed by an anticoagulant management service, that involves systematic and coordinated care, incorporating comprehensive patient education, systematic prothrombin time (PT-INR) testing, tracking, follow-up, and patient communication of results and dosing decisions; • Patients are being managed according to validated electronic decision support and clinical management tools that involve systematic and coordinated care, incorporating comprehensive patient education, systematic PT-INR testing, tracking, follow-up, and patient communication of results and dosing decisions; • For rural or remote patients, patients are managed using remote monitoring or telehealth options that involve systematic and coordinated care, incorporating comprehensive patient education, systematic PT-INR testing, tracking, follow-up, and patient communication of results and dosing decisions; and/or • For patients who demonstrate motivation, competency, and adherence, patients are managed using either a patient self-testing (PST) or patient-self-management (PSM) program. | ||
| Care Plan | 60% | 634 |
| Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker or provide an advance care plan | ||
| Depression screening | Yes | N/A |
| Depression screening and follow-up plan: Regular engagement of MIPS eligible clinicians or groups in integrated prevention and treatment interventions, including depression screening and follow-up plan (refer to NQF #0418) for patients with co-occurring conditions of behavioral or mental health conditions. | ||
| Diabetes screening | Yes | N/A |
| Diabetes screening for people with schizophrenia or bipolar disease who are using antipsychotic medication. | ||
| Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | 100% | 2667 |
| Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter. This list must include ALL known prescriptions, over-the-counters, herbals, and vitamin/mineral/dietary (nutritional) supplements AND must contain the medications' name, dosage, frequency and route of administration | ||
| e-Prescribing | 48% | 509 |
| At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology. | ||
| Implementation of Use of Specialist Reports Back to Referring Clinician or Group to Close Referral Loop | Yes | N/A |
| Performance of regular practices that include providing specialist reports back to the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group to close the referral loop or where the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group initiates regular inquiries to specialist for specialist reports which could be documented or noted in the EHR technology. | ||
| Medication Reconciliation | 100% | 320 |
| 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. | ||
| Oncology: Medical and Radiation - Pain Intensity Quantified | 100% | 1003 |
| Percentage of patient visits, regardless of patient age, with a diagnosis of cancer currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy in which pain intensity is quantified | ||
| Oncology: Medical and Radiation - Plan of Care for Pain | 100% | 219 |
| Percentage of visits for patients, regardless of age, with a diagnosis of cancer currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy who report having pain with a documented plan of care to address pain | ||
| Pain Assessment and Follow-Up | 100% | 2635 |
| Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present | ||
| Patient-Specific Education | 100% | 1368 |
| 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. | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan | 76% | 893 |
| Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention | 99% | 618 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user | ||
| Provide Patient Access | 43% | 1368 |
| 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 certain information. | ||
| Secure Messaging | 43% | 1368 |
| For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure message sent by the patient (or the patient-authorized representative) during the performance period. | ||
| Security Risk Analysis | Yes | N/A |
| Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process. | ||
| Tobacco use | Yes | N/A |
| Tobacco use: Regular engagement of MIPS eligible clinicians or groups in integrated prevention and treatment interventions, including tobacco use screening and cessation interventions (refer to NQF #0028) for patients with co-occurring conditions of behavioral or mental health and at risk factors for tobacco dependence. | ||
| Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly | 5% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 485 |
| Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication. 2) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least two of the same high-risk medication | ||
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Samir Alsawah is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAKE HURON MEDICAL CENTER | 2601 ELECTRIC AVENUE PORT HURON, MI 48060 | (810) 985-1500 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| BEAUMONT HOSPITAL - GROSSE POINTE | 468 CADIEUX RD GROSSE POINTE, MI 48230 | (313) 343-1000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| BEAUMONT HOSPITAL - FARMINGTON HILLS | 28050 GRAND RIVER AVENUE FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48336 | (248) 471-8000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| MCLAREN PORT HURON | 1221 PINE GROVE AVE PORT HURON, MI 48060 | (810) 987-5000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| BEAUMONT HOSPITAL, TROY | 44201 DEQUINDRE ROAD TROY, MI 48085 | (248) 964-8800 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1063453413, we treat the final digit (3) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 57. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 57 = 3).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 57 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1063453413, enumerated as an "individual" on June 09, 2006.
The provider is located at 1231 PINE GROVE AVE STE 2F PORT HURON, MI 48060 and the phone number is (810) 982-5200.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RH0003X and a focus in Hematology & Oncology.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Samir Alsawah is affiliated with: LAKE HURON MEDICAL CENTER, BEAUMONT HOSPITAL - GROSSE POINTE, BEAUMONT HOSPITAL - FARMINGTON HILLS, MCLAREN PORT HURON and BEAUMONT HOSPITAL, TROY.