DR. LEHEB H. ARAIM M.D.
NPI 1083623540
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Visalia, CA

Q: What is Leheb Araim's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leheb Araim is 1083623540. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2006.

Q: What is Leheb Araim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leheb Araim was last updated on September 5, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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 August 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

202 W WILLOW AVE, SUITE 405, VISALIA, CA 93291(559) 622-8500(559) 622-9410 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 5, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Leheb H. Araim M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LEHEB H. ARAIM M.D. (NPI 1083623540) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Visalia, California, licensed in California (A111675) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083623540

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. LEHEB H. ARAIMCredential: M.D.

Location Address202 W WILLOW AVE, SUITE 405Visalia, CA 93291-6238

Mailing Address202 W Willow Ave, Suite 405Visalia, CA 93291-6238 · (559) 622-8500 · Fax (559) 622-9410

Phone(559) 622-8500

Fax(559) 622-9410

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 5, 2011

✔ NPI 1083623540 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A111675

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

202 W WILLOW AVE, Visalia, CA 93291

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Other Identifiers 1

Other111675CA · Medical License

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

Dr. Leheb H. Araim 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 ID4183623325

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100922001130

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 Leheb Araim reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Adventist Health Physicians Network

0.9 mi

Surgery

107 N HALL ST, SUITE #B
Visalia, CA 93291

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
678 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1720417272 (559) 730-2000

Shamsuddin Khwaja M D Inc

41 mi

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

729 WEST MEDICAL CENTER DR W SUITE 223
Clovis, CA 93611

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
12 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1699006650 (559) 449-9990

San Joaquin Community Hospital

67 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

2615 CHESTER AVE
Bakersfield, CA 93301

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
214 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1538157508 (661) 395-3000

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 11

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.

Ct scan of heart with evaluation of blood vessel calcium 75571

A CT scan of the heart with evaluation of blood vessel calcium is a non-invasive test that uses X-rays to create detailed images of your heart. It helps in detecting and measuring calcium-containing plaque in the arteries, which can indicate heart disease.

36 services36 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

35 services35 patients

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533

A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.

34 services34 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.

34 services29 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.

33 services33 patients

Exclusion of appendage of left upper chamber of heart performed during other procedure on chest 33268

This is a procedure done on the heart's left upper chamber (atrium). The small pouch-like appendage is sealed off during another chest procedure. This is done to reduce the risk of blood clots forming and causing strokes.

32 services32 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93291 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

$176.60 typical visit price

range $58.87 – $176.60

Typical copayment $44.15 (range $14.71 – $44.15)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$73.16 typical visit price

range $19.28 – $144.60

Typical copayment $18.29 (range $4.82 – $36.15)

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 5

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

LYMAN WILLIAM WHITLATCH JR. MD, PHD

Neurological Surgery

202 W WILLOW AVE, SUITE 305
VISALIA, CA 93291

Tulare County (559) 320-0530

DR. AMENEH DONYA KALANI M.D.

Surgery

202 W WILLOW AVE, SUITE 402
VISALIA, CA 93291

Tulare County (559) 302-5600

SERGIO DA SILVA CAMINHA MD

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

202 W WILLOW AVE, SUITE 405
VISALIA, CA 93291

Tulare County (559) 622-8500

REDWOOD SLEEP AND PULMONARY CARE INC

Internal Medicine (Sleep Medicine)

202 W WILLOW AVE, SUITE 103
VISALIA, CA 93291

Tulare County (559) 732-0762

GOLDEN STATE CARDIAC AND THORACIC SURGERY INC

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

202 W WILLOW AVE, SUITE 405
VISALIA, CA 93291

Tulare County (559) 627-8600

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 Leheb Araim's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leheb Araim is 1083623540. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2006.

Where is Leheb Araim located?

Leheb Araim practices at 202 W Willow Ave Suite 405, Visalia, CA 93291. The listed phone number is (559) 622-8500.

What is Leheb Araim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Leheb Araim enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Leheb Araim 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 Leheb Araim's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Leheb Araim reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Adventist Health Physicians Network (Visalia, CA), Shamsuddin Khwaja M D Inc (Clovis, CA) and San Joaquin Community Hospital (Bakersfield, CA). 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 Leheb Araim's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leheb Araim was last updated on September 5, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.