PETER JOHN SYMBAS M.D.
NPI 1407856842
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in Atlanta, GA

Active since July 28, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.8/100
CMS Quality Rating
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200, ATLANTA, GA 30318(404) 352-1015(404) 477-1176 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 16, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 16, 2022, Jan 23, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Peter John Symbas M.d. NPPES

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

PETER JOHN SYMBAS M.D. (NPI 1407856842) is an individual sports medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (044356) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Piedmont Hospital, and is a graduate of Emory University School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407856842
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XX0005X
Provider Legal NamePETER JOHN SYMBASCredential: M.D.
Location Address1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200Atlanta, GA 30318-0917
Mailing Address900 Circle 75 Pkwy Se, Suite 1700Atlanta, GA 30339-3035 · (770) 953-6929 · Fax (770) 953-6972
Fax(404) 477-1176
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEmory University School Of MedicineGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJuly 28, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 16, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 16, 2022
NPI 1407856842 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XX0005X
License Licensed in GA · 044356
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License 044356 (GA)
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200, Atlanta, GA 30318

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid000908223KGA
Medicaid000908223LGA
Other200045076GA · Railroad Medicare

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

Peter John Symbas 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 ID5698678514
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040721000471
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 17

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.

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.
428 services326 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.
387 services234 patients
X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562
An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
275 services265 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.
245 services245 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
159 services133 patients
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502
An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.
112 services108 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Piedmont Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110083
Location1968 Peachtree Rd NWAtlanta, GA 30309 · Fulton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Jasper, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110225
Location1266 Highway 515 SouthJasper, GA 30143 · Pickens County
Birthing friendly

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.

90.8/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability98
Improvement Activities20

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
88%5,805 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.
91%888 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
54%1,124 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
96%1,598 patients4/55-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.
31%3,019 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
9%1,064 patients1/55-star benchmark: 90%
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…
21%2,827 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 81% · 1,291 patients
Patients tobacco: 4% · 26 patients
69%1,291 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
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%3,019 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
11%3,019 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
43%3,019 patients
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.

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.

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers16 claims16 services$42.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Knee orthosis, elastic with condylar pads and joints, with or without patellar control, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment L1820
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF011N
2 suppliers17 claims18 services$95.87 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 8

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

Physical Therapist
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Physician Assistant
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Physician Assistant
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Physician Assistant
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Orthopaedic Surgery
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Physical Therapist
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 200
ATLANTA, GA 30318

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 Peter Symbas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Peter Symbas is 1407856842. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2005.

Where is Peter Symbas located?

Peter Symbas practices at 1800 Howell Mill Rd NW Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30318. The listed phone number is (404) 352-1015.

What is Peter Symbas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207XX0005X.

Is Peter Symbas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Peter Symbas 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 Peter Symbas accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Peter Symbas 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 Peter Symbas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Peter Symbas is affiliated with Piedmont Hospital and Piedmont Mountainside Hospital Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Peter Symbas was last updated on November 16, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.