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ROBERT M RUSH M.D.
NPI 1376528158
Surgery in Bellingham, WA

Active since December 14, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2980 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 302, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225(360) 788-8200(360) 788-8329 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Robert M Rush M.d. NPPES

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

ROBERT M RUSH M.D. (NPI 1376528158) is an individual surgery provider in Bellingham, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00049010) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, and is a graduate of Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376528158
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameROBERT M RUSHCredential: M.D.
Location Address2980 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 302Bellingham, WA 98225
Mailing Address1115 Se 164th Ave Dept 358Vancouver, WA 98683-8004 · (360) 729-1462 · Fax (360) 729-3104
Phone(360) 788-8200
Fax(360) 788-8329
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of MedGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateDecember 14, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 17, 2018
✔ NPI 1376528158 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WA · MD00049010✔ Licensed in AZ · 24007
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
2980 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 302, Bellingham, WA 98225
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1060301WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.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

Robert M Rush 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 ID7416984455
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080508000231
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Robert Rush reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Peacehealth
0.1 mi
Internal Medicine
2901 SQUALICUM PKWY
Bellingham, WA 98225
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
  • 390 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1356309553 (360) 734-5400
Peacehealth
21 mi
Critical Access
2000 HOSPITAL DR
Sedro Woolley, WA 98284
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1548698806 (Washington)
  • 76 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1144664954 (360) 788-7768
Peacehealth
31 mi
Emergency Medicine
1117 SPRING ST.
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1487917233 (Washington)
  • 92 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1508129842 (360) 378-2141

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 2

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.

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.
34 services34 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.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Joseph Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bellingham, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number500030
Location2901 Squalicum ParkwayBellingham, WA 98225 · Whatcom County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Peacehealth United General Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Sedro Woolley, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number501329
Location2000 Hospital DriveSedro Woolley, WA 98284 · Skagit County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98225 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
$88.29 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $22.07 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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 2

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

DR. ALLISON J ROBINSON M.D.
Colon & Rectal Surgery
2980 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 302
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Whatcom County (360) 788-8200
QUYNH PHUONG LE D.O.
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
2980 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 302
BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
Whatcom County (360) 788-8200

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 Robert Rush's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Rush is 1376528158. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 14, 2005.

Where is Robert Rush located?

Robert Rush practices at 2980 Squalicum Pkwy Ste 302, Bellingham, WA 98225. The listed phone number is (360) 788-8200.

What is Robert Rush's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Robert Rush enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Rush 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 Robert Rush's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Robert Rush reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Peacehealth (Bellingham, WA), Peacehealth (Sedro Woolley, WA) and Peacehealth (Friday Harbor, WA). 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 Robert Rush's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Robert Rush accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Robert Rush 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 Robert Rush affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Rush is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital and Peacehealth United General Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Rush was last updated on May 17, 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.