DR. YOUSSEF W. WASSEF M.D., M.S.
NPI 1205936770
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Pain Medicine in Gainesville, FL

Q: What is Youssef Wassef's NPI number?

The NPI number for Youssef Wassef is 1205936770. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2006.

Q: What is Youssef Wassef's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081P2900X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Youssef Wassef was last updated on May 26, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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 September 25, 2006PECOS Enrolled

6801 NW 9TH BLVD, SUITE 4, GAINESVILLE, FL 32605(352) 367-3422(352) 379-7707 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 26, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Youssef W. Wassef M.d., M.s. NPPES

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

DR. YOUSSEF W. WASSEF M.D., M.S. (NPI 1205936770) is an individual pain medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME 0070490) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205936770

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2081P2900X

Provider Legal NameDR. YOUSSEF W. WASSEFCredential: M.D., M.S.

Location Address6801 NW 9TH BLVD, SUITE 4Gainesville, FL 32605-4269

Mailing AddressPo Box 358492Gainesville, FL 32635-8492 · (352) 367-3422 · Fax (352) 379-7707

Phone(352) 367-3422

Fax(352) 379-7707

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1981

Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMay 26, 2009

✔ NPI 1205936770 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2081P2900X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME 0070490

Definition

A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.

6801 NW 9TH BLVD, Gainesville, FL 32605

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Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid267792000FL

Other51651FL · Blue Cross Blue Shield Id

Medicaid51651ZFL

Medicare PIN51651YFL

Medicare UPING 30381

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL).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 (PECOS)

Dr. Youssef W. Wassef M.d., M.s. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4880896794

PECOS Enrollment IDI20110105000081

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 12

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.

Hyaluronan or derivative, hymovis, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg J7322

Hymovis is a treatment involving the injection of a substance called hyaluronan into a joint. This substance, naturally found in the body, helps lubricate and cushion your joints. The treatment can help reduce joint pain and improve mobility.

1,008 services18 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.

460 services100 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

361 services79 patients

Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation 80305

Testing for the presence of drugs involves collecting a sample, usually urine, which is then analyzed for specific substances. The process is monitored directly to ensure accuracy and integrity. This test helps to confirm if drugs are present in your system.

165 services82 patients

Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702

This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.

94 services31 patients

Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9966

Low osmolar contrast material with 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration is a type of dye used in certain medical tests like CT scans or X-rays. It helps to highlight specific areas in your body, making them easier to see and examine. It's safe and commonly used.

65 services37 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

61 services28 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

61 services30 patients

Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles 20552

Trigger point injection is a procedure used to treat painful areas of muscle that contain trigger points, or knots of muscle that form when muscles do not relax. 1-2 muscles are typically treated in one session. The procedure involves injecting medications into these points to alleviate pain.

20 services12 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

18 services15 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

18 services15 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

16 services16 patients

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.

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

13%592 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

7%303 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

100%147 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

90%303 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

RICHARD L NESMITH MD DMD

Plastic Surgery

6801 NW 9TH BLVD, SUITE 2
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605

Alachua County (352) 331-3401

DR. ALAN M LESSNER MD

Ophthalmology (Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)

6801 NW 9TH BLVD, SUITE 2
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605

Alachua County (352) 331-1371

ALL PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION, P.A.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Pain Medicine)

6801 NW 9TH BLVD, SUITE # 4
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605

Alachua County (352) 367-3422

GAINESVILLE PLASTIC SURGERY ASSOCIATES PL

Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)

6801 NW 9TH BLVD, SUITE 2
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605

Alachua County (352) 331-3401

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 Youssef Wassef's NPI number?

The NPI number for Youssef Wassef is 1205936770. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2006.

Where is Youssef Wassef located?

Youssef Wassef practices at 6801 NW 9th Blvd Suite 4, Gainesville, FL 32605. The listed phone number is (352) 367-3422.

What is Youssef Wassef's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081P2900X.

Is Youssef Wassef enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Youssef Wassef is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Youssef Wassef accept?

Health plans from AvMed and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) list Youssef Wassef 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Youssef Wassef was last updated on May 26, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.