AMIR GHARAEI M.D.
NPI 1063638773
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Bellingham, WA

Q: What is Amir Gharaei's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amir Gharaei is 1063638773. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 18, 2007.

Q: What is Amir Gharaei's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Amir Gharaei was last updated on January 26, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since April 18, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3015 SQUALICUM PKWY, SUITE 140, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225(360) 788-6112 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 26, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 26, 2022, Jan 19, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Amir Gharaei M.d. NPPES

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

AMIR GHARAEI M.D. (NPI 1063638773) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Bellingham, Washington, licensed in Indiana (99102094A) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Fort Wayne.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063638773

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NameAMIR GHARAEICredential: M.D.

Location Address3015 SQUALICUM PKWY, SUITE 140Bellingham, WA 98225-1945

Mailing Address1115 Se 164th Ave, Dept 364Vancouver, WA 98683-9324 · (360) 788-6112

Phone(360) 788-6112

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateApril 18, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 26, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 26, 2022

✔ NPI 1063638773 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

Licenses✔ Licensed in IN · 99102094A✔ Licensed in WA · MD60287303

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MT183118 (PA), 40719 (AZ)

Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 40719 (AZ)

3015 SQUALICUM PKWY, Bellingham, WA 98225

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 111104 Parkview Circle Dr Ste 410Fort Wayne, IN 46845-0025 · Phone (260) 266-7856 · Fax (260) 266-5279

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Amir Gharaei 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 ID1456409358

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130725000248

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

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

Peacehealth

0.1 mi

Internal Medicine

2901 SQUALICUM PKWY
Bellingham, WA 98225

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
390 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1356309553 (360) 734-5400

Peacehealth Medical Group - Sedro Woolley

21 mi

Family Medicine

1990 HOSPITAL DR
Sedro Woolley, WA 98284

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
106 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1407283179 (360) 856-8810

Wenatchee Valley Hospital

136 mi

Multi-Specialty

820 N CHELAN AVE
Wenatchee, WA 98801

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
558 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1669719688 (509) 663-8711

Parkview Health System,inc

1,876 mi

Family Medicine

2003 STULTS RD STE 100
Huntington, IN 46750

Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
1,752 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1467779124 (260) 356-5424

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 17

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.

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

198 services120 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.

178 services114 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

101 services60 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

91 services54 patients

Test to measure rate of airflow 94375

This test, known as spirometry, measures how much air you can breathe in and out, and how quickly you can do so. It helps assess your lung function and can be used to diagnose or monitor conditions like asthma or COPD.

86 services51 patients

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.

61 services53 patients

Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope 31624

This is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope is inserted through your mouth into the lungs. A small amount of saline is then introduced to wash the airways. The fluid, along with cells from the lung, is suctioned back for analysis.

55 services53 patients

Test to measure oxygen level in blood using ear or finger device continuously overnight 94762

This procedure involves using a small device, placed on your ear or finger, to continuously monitor your blood oxygen level overnight. It's painless, non-invasive, and helps assess your body's oxygen supply during sleep.

40 services40 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010

This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.

35 services22 patients

Biopsy of lobe of lung using an endoscope, 1 lobe 31628

A lung biopsy is a procedure where a small piece of lung tissue is taken for testing. An endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, is used. It's inserted through the mouth or nose, down the windpipe, and into one lobe of the lung.

22 services22 patients

Needle biopsy of windpipe cartilage, airway, and/or lung using an endoscope 31629

A needle biopsy of windpipe cartilage, airway, or lung involves using a thin, flexible tube with a camera (endoscope) to access and collect tissue samples. This procedure helps doctors diagnose lung conditions or diseases effectively and safely.

19 services19 patients

Exam of lung airways and sampling of lymph nodes using an endoscope and ultrasound guidance, 1-2 lymph nodes 31652

This procedure involves a special tube with a camera (endoscope) entering your lung airways. Guided by ultrasound, it collects samples from 1-2 lymph nodes. This helps doctors understand and diagnose potential issues in your lungs.

19 services19 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

19 services19 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.

19 services19 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

17 services17 patients

Blood count, hemoglobin 85018

A blood count, specifically hemoglobin, is a standard test that measures the amount of hemoglobin in your blood. Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout your body. This test helps assess your overall health and detect a variety of disorders such as anemia or polycythemia.

15 services15 patients

Computer-assisted image-guided navigation of lung airways using an endoscope 31627

This procedure involves the use of a special camera, called an endoscope, and computer technology to create real-time images of your lung airways. This helps doctors navigate through your lungs accurately, aiding in diagnosis or treatment.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

St Joseph Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bellingham, WA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number500030

Location2901 Squalicum ParkwayBellingham, WA 98225 · Whatcom County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Peacehealth United General Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Sedro Woolley, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number501329

Location2000 Hospital DriveSedro Woolley, WA 98284 · Skagit County

Emergency services

Peacehealth Peace Island Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Friday Harbor, WA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number501340

Location1117 Spring StreetFriday Harbor, WA 98250 · San Juan County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98225 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

$130.99 typical visit price

range $57.27 – $172.80

Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$100.78 typical visit price

range $18.56 – $141.11

Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)

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 9

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

2 suppliers68 claims70 services$16.67 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen contents, gaseous, 1 month's supply = 1 unit E0443

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier11 claims13 services$45.00 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

1 supplier23 claims23 services$776.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers48 claims50 services$4.98 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

6 suppliers144 claims144 services$88.34 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

5 suppliers57 claims57 services$31.80 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.

WARREN S TARANOW DO

Orthopaedic Surgery

3015 SQUALICUM PKWY
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225

Whatcom County (360) 733-2092

DR. RIYA PARANTHAN O.D.

Optometrist

3015 SQUALICUM PKWY
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225

Whatcom County (360) 733-4800

ROBERT CHARLES STEWART PA-C

Physician Assistant (Medical)

3015 SQUALICUM PKWY
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225

Whatcom County (360) 715-4186

MS. MARTHA ELLEN SERVEN PA-C

Physician Assistant (Medical)

3015 SQUALICUM PKWY, STE 180
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225

Whatcom County (360) 733-5733

DR. ROBERT WILLIAM GAUBATZ M.D.

Family Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)

3015 SQUALICUM PKWY, SUITE 100
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225

Whatcom County (360) 715-4186

DR. MARCY G. HIPSKIND MD

Family Medicine

3015 SQUALICUM PKWY, SUITE 120
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225

Whatcom County (360) 733-7974

BELLINGHAM ASTHMA ALLERGY IMMUNOLOGY CLINIC PS

Allergy & Immunology

3015 SQUALICUM PKWY, STE 180
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225

Whatcom County (360) 733-5733

DR. STEPHEN HARRY HERDMAN MD

Family Medicine

3015 SQUALICUM PKWY, SUITE 120
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225

Whatcom County (360) 733-7974

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 Amir Gharaei's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amir Gharaei is 1063638773. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 18, 2007.

Where is Amir Gharaei located?

Amir Gharaei practices at 3015 Squalicum Pkwy Suite 140, Bellingham, WA 98225. The listed phone number is (360) 788-6112.

What is Amir Gharaei's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Amir Gharaei enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Amir Gharaei 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 Amir Gharaei's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Amir Gharaei reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Peacehealth (Bellingham, WA), Peacehealth Medical Group - Sedro Woolley (Sedro Woolley, WA), Wenatchee Valley Hospital (Wenatchee, WA) and Parkview Health System,inc (Huntington, IN). 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 Amir Gharaei's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Amir Gharaei accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Amir Gharaei 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 Amir Gharaei affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Amir Gharaei is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, Peacehealth United General Medical Center and Peacehealth Peace Island Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Amir Gharaei was last updated on January 26, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.