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DR. RUBA F. BARAKAT M.D.
NPI 1104894880
Hospitalist in Meridian, MS

Active since March 09, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1600 22ND AVE, MERIDIAN, MS 39301(601) 483-5322(601) 581-2289 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 14, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 14, 2026, Sep 7, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Ruba F. Barakat M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RUBA F. BARAKAT M.D. (NPI 1104894880) is an individual hospitalist provider in Meridian, Mississippi, licensed in Illinois (036164542) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hillsboro Area Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104894880
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RUBA F. BARAKATCredential: M.D.
Location Address1600 22ND AVEMeridian, MS 39301-3223
Mailing Address1600 22nd AveMeridian, MS 39301-3223 · (601) 483-5322 · Fax (601) 581-2289
Phone(601) 483-5322
Fax(601) 581-2289
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateMarch 9, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 14, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 14, 2026
✔ NPI 1104894880 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in IL · 036164542
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 01088406A (IN), 4301119101 (MI), 19227 (MS)
1600 22ND AVE, Meridian, MS 39301
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid04685716MS
Medicaid009936153AL
Other731-04381Blue Cross Of Al

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, McLaren Health Plan Community and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ruba F. Barakat 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 ID3577573039
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060427000485, I20200318001176, I20220920001595, I20230612001786
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 3

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.

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.
77 services76 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.
19 services13 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Hillsboro Area Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Hillsboro, IL
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number141332
Location1200 E Tremont StreetHillsboro, IL 62049 · Montgomery County
Emergency services

Munson Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Traverse City, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230097
Location1105 Sixth StreetTraverse City, MI 49684 · Grand Traverse County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto

Acute Care Hospitals · Southaven, MS
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250141
Location7601 Southcrest ParkwaySouthaven, MS 38671 · De Soto County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Holmes County Hospital And Clinics

Critical Access Hospitals · Lexington, MS
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number251319
Location239 Bowling Green RoadLexington, MS 39095 · Holmes County
Emergency services

Nathan Littauer Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gloversville, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330276
Location99 East State StreetGloversville, NY 12078 · Fulton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39301 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
$120.41 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$92.20 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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 2

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 suppliers12 claims12 services$13.83 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
3 suppliers13 claims15 services$65.38 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.

DR. FREDERICK T DUGGAN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1600 22ND AVE, MEDICAL TOWERS III
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Lauderdale County (601) 483-5322
ERIC EDWARD HOLT I MD
Internal Medicine
1600 22ND AVE
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Lauderdale County (601) 483-5322
DR. MARSHALL SCOTT TYNES DO
Family Medicine
1600 22ND AVE, MEDICAL TOWERS III
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Lauderdale County (601) 483-5322
DR. EDWIN M PURVIS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1600 22ND AVE, MEDICAL TOWERS III
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Lauderdale County (601) 483-5322
MRS. HEATHER DAYE BUNYARD FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1600 22ND AVE
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Lauderdale County (601) 483-5322
DR. LARRY SHEA SHEA HAILEY DO
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1600 22ND AVE, MEDICAL TOWERS III
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Lauderdale County (601) 483-5322
DR. JOHN C ANDY M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1600 22ND AVE, MEDICAL TOWERS III
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Lauderdale County (601) 483-5322
DR. GARY LAMAR GIBSON II M.D.
Family Medicine
1600 22ND AVE, MEDICAL TOWERS III
MERIDIAN, MS 39301
Lauderdale County (601) 483-5322

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 Ruba Barakat's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruba Barakat is 1104894880. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 9, 2006.

Where is Ruba Barakat located?

Ruba Barakat practices at 1600 22nd Ave, Meridian, MS 39301. The listed phone number is (601) 483-5322.

What is Ruba Barakat's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Ruba Barakat enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruba Barakat 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 Ruba Barakat accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, McLaren Health Plan Community, Oscar Insurance Company and Priority Health list Ruba Barakat 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 Ruba Barakat affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruba Barakat is affiliated with Hillsboro Area Hospital, Munson Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto, Holmes County Hospital And Clinics and Nathan Littauer Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruba Barakat was last updated on September 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 24 days 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.