DR. BASSIM M DOWIDAR MD
NPI 1164474243
Emergency Medicine in Seattle, WA

Active since May 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
500 17TH AVE, SEATTLE, WA 98122(206) 320-2111(206) 320-3396 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 6, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Bassim M Dowidar Md NPPES

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

DR. BASSIM M DOWIDAR MD (NPI 1164474243) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00046057) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Evergreenhealth Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Washington School Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164474243
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BASSIM M DOWIDARCredential: MD
Location Address500 17TH AVESeattle, WA 98122-5711
Mailing AddressPo Box 84026Seattle, WA 98124-8426 · (206) 320-2111
Fax(206) 320-3396
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 6, 2009
NPI 1164474243 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in WA · MD00046057
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
500 17TH AVE, Seattle, WA 98122

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Bassim M Dowidar 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 ID2769494087
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060630000293
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 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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
180 services178 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
90 services87 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
61 services59 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.
25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Evergreenhealth Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kirkland, WA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number500124
Location12040 NE 128th StreetKirkland, WA 98034 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98122 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
$97.43 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $24.35 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

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.

Nurse Practitioner
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Hospitalist
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Speech-Language Pathologist
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Emergency Medicine
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Emergency Medicine
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122
Anesthesiology
500 17TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98122

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 Bassim Dowidar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bassim Dowidar is 1164474243. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 16, 2006.

Where is Bassim Dowidar located?

Bassim Dowidar practices at 500 17th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122. The listed phone number is (206) 320-2111.

What is Bassim Dowidar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Bassim Dowidar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bassim Dowidar 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 Bassim Dowidar accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Bassim Dowidar 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 Bassim Dowidar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bassim Dowidar is affiliated with Evergreenhealth Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bassim Dowidar was last updated on February 6, 2009. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.