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DR. ELIE FARES MD
NPI 1184145088
Internal Medicine in Morganton, NC

Active since June 29, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2209 S STERLING ST STE 600, MORGANTON, NC 28655(828) 580-4577 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 8, 2022, Jun 30, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Elie Fares Md NPPES

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

DR. ELIE FARES MD (NPI 1184145088) is an individual internal medicine provider in Morganton, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2025-01212) and active in the NPI registry since June 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184145088
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ELIE FARESCredential: MD
Location Address2209 S STERLING ST STE 600Morganton, NC 28655-4092
Mailing Address5221 Paramount Pkwy Ste 420Morrisville, NC 27560-5491
Phone(828) 580-4577
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJune 29, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2025
✔ NPI 1184145088 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2025-01212✔ Licensed in PA · MD470657
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License MD470657 (PA)
2209 S STERLING ST STE 600, Morganton, NC 28655
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1100 E Lancaster AveWynnewood, PA 19096-3450 · Phone (484) 476-2000
Location 2834 Walnut St Ste 600Philadelphia, PA 19107-5109 · Phone (215) 955-1671

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of North Carolina and more.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

Dr. Elie Fares 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 ID9931478682
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250902004189
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Elie Fares reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Blue Ridge Healthcare Medical Group, Inc.
Same address
Obstetrics & Gynecology
2209 S STERLING ST, SUITE 400
Morganton, NC 28655
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 322 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1245486067 (828) 580-4661
Main Line Healthcare
451 mi
Family Medicine
3803 WEST CHESTER PIKE, H BLDG SUITE 160
Newtown Square, PA 19073
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 1,638 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1922077643 (484) 337-1585

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 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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-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.
197 services142 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.
118 services84 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
79 services78 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.
24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morganton, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340075
Location2201 S Sterling StMorganton, NC 28655 · Burke County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28655 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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 12

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

ANDREA MICHELLE PFEFFER PA-C
Physician Assistant
2209 S STERLING ST STE 600
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Burke County (828) 580-4577
JAMES F DAVIDSON IV M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
2209 S STERLING ST STE 600
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Burke County (828) 580-4577
ERIC TAVIS SEVENSMA D.O.
Surgery
2209 S STERLING ST STE 600
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Burke County (828) 580-2250
STEPHEN P PROHASKA PA
Physician Assistant
2209 S STERLING ST STE 600
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Burke County (828) 580-4577
BLUE RIDGE HEALTHCARE MEDICAL GROUP, INC.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
2209 S STERLING ST STE 600
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Burke County (828) 437-4577
THOMAS PRESTON KENNEDY MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
2209 S STERLING ST STE 600
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Burke County (828) 580-4577
SIMON S WAGHCHOURE MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
2209 S STERLING ST STE 600
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Burke County (828) 580-4577
PRASHANK SHREE NEUPANE MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
2209 S STERLING ST STE 600
MORGANTON, NC 28655
Burke County (828) 580-4577

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 Elie Fares's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elie Fares is 1184145088. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2017.

Where is Elie Fares located?

Elie Fares practices at 2209 S Sterling St Ste 600, Morganton, NC 28655. The listed phone number is (828) 580-4577.

What is Elie Fares's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Elie Fares enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elie Fares 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 Elie Fares's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Elie Fares reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Blue Ridge Healthcare Medical Group, Inc. (Morganton, NC) and Main Line Healthcare (Newtown Square, PA). 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 Elie Fares's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Elie Fares accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 1 other insurer list Elie Fares 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 Elie Fares affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Elie Fares is affiliated with Blue Ridge Healthcare Hospitals, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elie Fares was last updated on July 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months 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.