DR. ARI MICHAEL CEDARS MD
NPI 1376645937
Internal Medicine - Adult Congenital Heart Disease in Baltimore, MD
NPI Status: Active since September 03, 2006
Contact Information
301 MASON F LORD DRIVE
SUITE 2400
BALTIMORE, MD
ZIP 21224
Phone: (410) 550-0845
Fax: (410) 550-1183
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 25
- Internal Medicine
- Adult Congenital Heart Disease
- May Accept Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About ARI CEDARS
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Ari Cedars, an internist established in Baltimore, Maryland with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in adult congenital heart disease and more than 25 years of experience. He graduated from University Of Texas Medical School At Houston in 2001. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1376645937 assigned on September 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RA0002X with license number D88566 (MD). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1376645937
- Provider Name
- DR. ARI MICHAEL CEDARS MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 301 MASON F LORD DRIVE SUITE 2400 BALTIMORE, MD 21224
- Location Phone
- (410) 550-0845
- Location Fax
- (410) 550-1183
- Mailing Address
- 6201 GREENLEIGH AVE MIDDLE RIVER, MD 21220
- Mailing Phone
- (410) 933-6423
- Mailing Fax
- (410) 550-1183
- Medical School Name
- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL SCHOOL AT HOUSTON
- Graduation Year
- 2001
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 09-03-2006
- Last Update Date
- 04-09-2025
- Code Navigator
An internist like Ari Cedars is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 1800 Orleans St
Baltimore, MD 21287
(410) 955-5987
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Internal Medicine Adult Congenital Heart Disease
- Taxonomy Code
- 207RA0002X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- D88566
- License State
- MD
- Taxonomy Description
- A physician who specializes in the care and treatment of adults with congenital heart disease. Adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) physicians are trained to understand the complexities of congenital heart disease, anatomy, physiology, surgical repairs, and long-term complications and use that to manage ACHD with acquired heart disease, including heart failure, arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207RC0000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Internal Medicine | Q5634 (TX) |
| 2 | 207RC0000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Internal Medicine | D88566 (MD) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3536062-02 | MEDICAID (05) | TX | |
| 3536062-01 | MEDICAID (05) | TX |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Ari Cedars is registered with Medicare but maybe doesn't accept claims assignment. If you are a Medicare beneficiary call and confirm with the provider before seeking any services.
Ari Cedars is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 8325047483
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20200217000254
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Maybe
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes
Heart rhythm review and interpretation of continous external ekg over 8-15 days
Heart rhythm review, and interpretation of continous external ekg over more than 48 hours up to 7 days
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only
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.
This service was performed 150 times for 57 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 34 times for 22 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 29 times for 24 patientsAn exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.
This service was performed 19 times for 19 patientsAn exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 102 times for 56 patientsThis service involves wearing a device for 8-15 days that continuously records your heart's electrical activity. It helps in identifying irregular heart rhythms. The recorded data is then reviewed and interpreted by a healthcare professional for any abnormalities.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsA heart rhythm review involves monitoring your heart's electrical activity for more than 48 hours up to 7 days. Using a device called an external EKG, doctors can track your heartbeats to detect irregularities and help diagnose heart conditions.
This service was performed 39 times for 34 patientsInitial 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.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsA routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
This service was performed 1,927 times for 1,112 patientsFind Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Ari Cedars is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL, THE | 600 NORTH WOLFE STREET BALTIMORE, MD 21287 | (410) 955-5000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| JOHNS HOPKINS BAYVIEW MEDICAL CENTER | 4940 EASTERN AVENUE BALTIMORE, MD 21224 | (410) 550-0123 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1376645937, we treat the final digit (7) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 63. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 63 = 7).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 63 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1376645937, enumerated as an "individual" on September 03, 2006.
The provider is located at 301 MASON F LORD DRIVE SUITE 2400 BALTIMORE, MD 21224 and the phone number is (410) 550-0845.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RA0002X and a focus in Adult Congenital Heart Disease.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Ari Cedars is affiliated with: JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL, THE and JOHNS HOPKINS BAYVIEW MEDICAL CENTER.
