NABIL ABOUCHALA MD
NPI 1265450233
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Fargo, ND

Active since July 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.99/100
CMS Quality Rating
5225 23RD AVE S, FARGO, ND 58104(701) 234-2000(012) 342-0007 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 20, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 26, 2022, Apr 4, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Nabil Abouchala Md NPPES

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

NABIL ABOUCHALA MD (NPI 1265450233) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Fargo, North Dakota, licensed in North Dakota (10269) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sanford Bemidji Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Birmingham.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265450233
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X
Provider Legal NameNABIL ABOUCHALACredential: MD
Location Address5225 23RD AVE SFargo, ND 58104-7927
Mailing AddressPo Box 5074Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5074 · (605) 328-9419
Fax(012) 342-0007
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateJuly 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 20, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 20, 2025
NPI 1265450233 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0200X
License Licensed in ND · 10269
Definition
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License 42595 (AL), 16286 (TN)
5225 23RD AVE S, Fargo, ND 58104

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Nabil Abou Shala Md

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1500 22nd St SBirmingham, AL 35233-3110 · Phone (205) 989-7254

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

Nabil Abouchala 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 ID8527062157
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060912000649, I20210706000891, I20250903003743
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.

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.
128 services55 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
122 services80 patients
Test to measure the level of nitric oxide gas 95012
A test to measure the level of nitric oxide gas helps assess inflammation in the lungs, often linked with asthma. You'll breathe into a device, and it'll provide a reading of nitric oxide levels. This helps monitor and manage respiratory conditions.
57 services47 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.
32 services19 patients
Critical care, each additional 30 minutes 99292
Critical care refers to special attention given to patients facing life-threatening conditions. Each additional 30 minutes indicates the extension of this specialized care. This might include close monitoring, medication adjustments, and immediate interventions as needed.
32 services22 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sanford Bemidji Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bemidji, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240100
Location1300 Anne St NWBemidji, MN 56601 · Beltrami County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sanford Medical Center Fargo

Acute Care Hospitals · Fargo, ND
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number350011
Location801 Broadway NorthFargo, ND 58122 · Cass County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 58104 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
$127.45 typical visit price
range $55.75 – $168.12
Typical copayment $31.86 (range $13.93 – $42.03)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.29 typical visit price
range $18.11 – $137.65
Typical copayment $24.57 (range $4.52 – $34.41)
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.

82.99/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality87.06
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.08

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.

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers12 claims12 services$6.84 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$34.49 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.

Emergency Medicine
5225 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104
Emergency Medicine
5225 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104
Internal Medicine
5225 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104
Hospitalist
5225 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
5225 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104
Obstetrics & Gynecology
5225 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
5225 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104
Nurse Practitioner
5225 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104

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 Nabil Abouchala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nabil Abouchala is 1265450233. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 18, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Nabil Abou Shala MD.

Where is Nabil Abouchala located?

Nabil Abouchala practices at 5225 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104. The listed phone number is (701) 234-2000.

What is Nabil Abouchala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Is Nabil Abouchala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nabil Abouchala 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 Nabil Abouchala accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota and 4 other insurers list Nabil Abouchala 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 Nabil Abouchala affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nabil Abouchala is affiliated with Sanford Bemidji Medical Center and Sanford Medical Center Fargo.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nabil Abouchala was last updated on August 20, 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.