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DR. SABEEN ASKARI M.D.
NPI 1194816918
Pathology - Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine in Minneapolis, MN

Active since September 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.72/100
CMS Quality Rating
ONE VETERANS DRIVE, VA MEDICAL CENTER, MAIL CODE #113, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55417(612) 467-2503(612) 725-2079 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Sabeen Askari M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SABEEN ASKARI M.D. (NPI 1194816918) is an individual blood banking & transfusion medicine provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (44158) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Fairview Lakes Health Services, and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194816918
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZB0001X
Provider Legal NameDR. SABEEN ASKARICredential: M.D.
Location AddressONE VETERANS DRIVE, VA MEDICAL CENTER, MAIL CODE #113Minneapolis, MN 55417
Mailing AddressOne Veterans Drive, Va Medical Center, Mail Code #113Minneapolis, MN 55417 · (612) 467-2503 · Fax (612) 725-2079
Phone(612) 467-2503
Fax(612) 725-2079
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 2025
✔ NPI 1194816918 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Blood Banking & Transfusion MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZB0001X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 44158
Definition
A physician who specializes in blood banking/transfusion medicine is responsible for the maintenance of an adequate blood supply, blood donor and patient-recipient safety and appropriate blood utilization. Pre-transfusion compatibility testing and antibody testing assure that blood transfusions, when indicated, are as safe as possible. This physician directs the preparation and safe use of specially prepared blood components, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma constituents, and marrow or stem cells for transplantation.
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0102X · License 44158 (MN)
ONE VETERANS DRIVE, VA MEDICAL CENTER, Minneapolis, MN 55417
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, Sanford Health Plan.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. Sabeen Askari 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 ID4587847470
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110330000988
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 10

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
307 services173 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
133 services29 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
108 services48 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
82 services69 patients
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique 88112
Cell examination of a specimen using selective cellular enhancement technique is a lab process that improves the visibility of certain cells in a sample. It helps in identifying abnormalities or diseases. The process is non-invasive, safe, and aids in accurate diagnosis.
34 services32 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Fairview Lakes Health Services

Acute Care Hospitals · Wyoming, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240050
Location5200 Fairview BoulevardWyoming, MN 55092 · Chisago County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Edina, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240078
Location6401 France Avenue SouthEdina, MN 55435 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview University Of Mn

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240080
Location2450 Riverside AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55454 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Burnsville, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number240207
Location201 East Nicollet BoulevardBurnsville, MN 55337 · Dakota County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

M Health Fairview St John's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Maplewood, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240210
Location1575 Beam AvenueMaplewood, MN 55109 · Ramsey County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55417 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

81.72/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality69.86
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.73

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 Sabeen Askari's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sabeen Askari is 1194816918. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2006.

Where is Sabeen Askari located?

Sabeen Askari practices at One Veterans Drive, VA Medical Center Mail Code #113, Minneapolis, MN 55417. The listed phone number is (612) 467-2503.

What is Sabeen Askari's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine, with taxonomy code 207ZB0001X.

Is Sabeen Askari enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sabeen Askari 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 Sabeen Askari accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Sabeen Askari 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 Sabeen Askari affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sabeen Askari is affiliated with Fairview Lakes Health Services, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview University Of Mn, M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital and M Health Fairview St John's Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sabeen Askari was last updated on September 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.