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ZEWDITU ELSABET ASFAW MD
NPI 1346570595
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Southfield, MI

Active since January 12, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
16001 W 9 MILE RD FL 3, SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075(248) 849-2600(248) 849-2610 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 1, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: May 1, 2018, Jul 13, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Zewditu Elsabet Asfaw Md NPPES

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

ZEWDITU ELSABET ASFAW MD (NPI 1346570595) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Southfield, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301090515) and active in the NPI registry since January 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Detroit, and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346570595
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameZEWDITU ELSABET ASFAWCredential: MD
Location Address16001 W 9 MILE RD FL 3Southfield, MI 48075-4818
Mailing Address16001 W 9 Mile Rd Fl 3Southfield, MI 48075-4818 · (248) 849-2600 · Fax (248) 849-2610
Phone(248) 849-2600
Fax(248) 849-2610
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateJanuary 12, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateMay 1, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1346570595 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MI · 4301090515✔ Licensed in IL · 036.126595
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
16001 W 9 MILE RD FL 3, Southfield, MI 48075
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1311 Mack Ave, Suite 64100Detroit, MI 48201-2417 · Phone (313) 832-0650

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Priority Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Zewditu Elsabet Asfaw 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 ID1759684079
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160809000410
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Zewditu Asfaw reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Great Lakes Foot & Ankle Institute PLLC
27 mi
Foot & Ankle Surgery
32743 23 MILE RD STE 110
Chesterfield, MI 48047
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 18 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1063445237 (586) 725-3444

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 5

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.

Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 93971
This is a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to visualize veins in an arm or leg. It involves applying gentle pressure and performing certain movements. It helps identify any abnormal blood flow or clots, ensuring vascular health.
81 services19 patients
Injection of chemical agent into single incompetent vein of leg using ultrasound guidance 36465
This procedure involves injecting a chemical agent into a non-functioning vein in your leg. Ultrasound technology is used to accurately locate the vein. The chemical helps to close off the vein, rerouting blood flow to healthier veins.
44 services16 patients
Injection of chemical agent into multiple incompetent veins of leg 36471
This procedure involves injecting a special chemical into problematic veins in the leg. The chemical helps to close off these veins, rerouting blood through healthier veins. This can alleviate discomfort and improve the appearance of the treated area.
36 services13 patients
Destruction of first incompetent vein of arm or leg using radiofrequency and imaging guidance 36475
This procedure involves using radiofrequency energy, a type of heat energy, to close off an unhealthy vein in your arm or leg. Imaging guidance helps ensure precise targeting of the vein. This helps improve blood flow by rerouting it through healthier veins.
36 services14 patients
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 93970
An ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your veins. This helps identify blood clots or other vein problems. During the procedure, pressure is applied to the veins and certain movements are performed to assess blood flow.
32 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48075 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
$177.36 typical visit price
range $58.04 – $177.36
Typical copayment $44.34 (range $14.51 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$72.38 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $143.49
Typical copayment $18.09 (range $4.58 – $35.87)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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

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

DR. GOPAL MALHOTRA MS, MCH, FRCS
Plastic Surgery
16001 W 9 MILE RD FL 3, PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
Oakland County (248) 849-5801

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 Zewditu Asfaw's NPI number?

The NPI number for Zewditu Asfaw is 1346570595. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 12, 2010.

Where is Zewditu Asfaw located?

Zewditu Asfaw practices at 16001 W 9 Mile Rd Fl 3, Southfield, MI 48075. The listed phone number is (248) 849-2600.

What is Zewditu Asfaw's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Zewditu Asfaw enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Zewditu Asfaw 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 organization bills Medicare for Zewditu Asfaw's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Zewditu Asfaw reassigns Medicare benefits to Great Lakes Foot & Ankle Institute PLLC (Chesterfield, MI). The 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 Zewditu Asfaw's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Zewditu Asfaw accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Priority Health and UnitedHealthcare list Zewditu Asfaw 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 Zewditu Asfaw was last updated on May 1, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.