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DR. RIMA EL-ABASSI M.D.
NPI 1417143330
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neuromuscular Medicine in New Orleans, LA

Active since September 25, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
88.05/100
CMS Quality Rating
2021 PERDIDO ST DEPT 6TH, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112(504) 684-0825 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 14, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Rima El-abassi M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RIMA EL-ABASSI M.D. (NPI 1417143330) is an individual neuromuscular medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (223503) and active in the NPI registry since September 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417143330
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0008X
Provider Legal NameDR. RIMA EL-ABASSICredential: M.D.
Location Address2021 PERDIDO ST DEPT 6THNew Orleans, LA 70112-1352
Mailing Address2021 Perdido St Fl 6New Orleans, LA 70112-1352 · (504) 568-4082
Phone(504) 684-0825
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 14, 2024
NPPES CertifiedApril 14, 2024
✔ NPI 1417143330 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · Neuromuscular MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0008X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 223503
Definition
A neurologist or child neurologist who specializes in the diagnosis and management of disorders of nerve, muscle or neuromuscular junction, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis) and neuromuscular transmission disorders (e.g., myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome).
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 662-L (MS)
2021 PERDIDO ST DEPT 6TH, New Orleans, LA 70112
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Rima El-abassi 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 ID8921261306
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120522001133
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 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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This 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.
45 services26 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Medical Center New Orleans

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190005
Location2000 Canal StreetNew Orleans, LA 70112 · Orleans County
Emergency services

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.

88.05/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality74.6
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost58.23

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 Rima El-abassi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rima El-abassi is 1417143330. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2007.

Where is Rima El-abassi located?

Rima El-abassi practices at 2021 Perdido St Dept 6th, New Orleans, LA 70112. The listed phone number is (504) 684-0825.

What is Rima El-abassi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neuromuscular Medicine, with taxonomy code 2084N0008X.

Is Rima El-abassi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rima El-abassi 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 Rima El-abassi accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Rima El-abassi 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 Rima El-abassi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rima El-abassi is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rima El-abassi was last updated on April 14, 2024. 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.