BASSAM N. HELOU M.D.
NPI 1407864069
Surgery in Nashville, TN

Q: What is Bassam Helou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bassam Helou is 1407864069. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 3, 2006.

Q: What is Bassam Helou's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bassam Helou was last updated on October 13, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since August 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

84.22/100

CMS Quality Rating

410 42ND AVE N STE 400, NASHVILLE, TN 37209(615) 329-7887(615) 346-6225 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 13, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Bassam N. Helou M.d. NPPES

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

BASSAM N. HELOU M.D. (NPI 1407864069) is an individual surgery provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (37345) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center, and is a graduate of Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407864069

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameBASSAM N. HELOUCredential: M.D.

Location Address410 42ND AVE N STE 400Nashville, TN 37209-3658

Mailing Address410 42nd Ave N Ste 400Nashville, TN 37209-3658 · (615) 329-7887 · Fax (615) 346-6225

Phone(615) 329-7887

Fax(615) 346-6225

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateAugust 3, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 13, 2023

NPPES CertifiedOctober 13, 2023

✔ NPI 1407864069 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 37345

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.

410 42ND AVE N STE 400, Nashville, TN 37209

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid38865201TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.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

Bassam N. Helou 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 ID6800976622

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080107000576

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 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.

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

158 services158 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

36 services20 patients

Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope 47562

This procedure, known as endoscopic gallbladder removal, involves a surgeon using a special tool called an endoscope to remove your gallbladder through small incisions. It's typically done to treat gallstones and related complications. It's a less invasive method, often leading to quicker recovery.

30 services30 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

16 services16 patients

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.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Tristar Centennial Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number440161

Location2300 Patterson StreetNashville, TN 37203 · Davidson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37209 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

$81.53 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$66.01 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

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.

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.

84.22/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

71.49

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

67.12

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

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