RUIHAI ZHOU M.D.
NPI 1417178591
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Lenoir, NC

Q: What is Ruihai Zhou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruihai Zhou is 1417178591. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 2, 2007.

Q: What is Ruihai Zhou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruihai Zhou was last updated on April 25, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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 May 02, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

322 MULBERRY ST SW, SUITE F, LENOIR, NC 28645(828) 757-6462(828) 757-6490 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 25, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Ruihai Zhou M.d. NPPES

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

RUIHAI ZHOU M.D. (NPI 1417178591) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Lenoir, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (200901351) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unc Health Nash, and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417178591

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X

Provider Legal NameRUIHAI ZHOUCredential: M.D.

Location Address322 MULBERRY ST SW, SUITE FLenoir, NC 28645-5702

Mailing Address321 Mulberry St Sw, Robbins CardiologyLenoir, NC 28645-5720 · (828) 757-5965 · Fax (828) 757-5104

Phone(828) 757-6462

Fax(828) 757-6490

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985

Enumeration DateMay 2, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateApril 25, 2016

✔ NPI 1417178591 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RI0011X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 200901351

Definition

An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 2009-01351 (NC)

322 MULBERRY ST SW, Lenoir, NC 28645

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PINNC4286B408NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.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

Ruihai Zhou 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 ID6507023827

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120130000008

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 15

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.

180 services136 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

162 services158 patients

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.

53 services52 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

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.

40 services21 patients

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152

This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.

31 services30 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018

An 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.

29 services29 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452

Nuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.

28 services28 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325

An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It shows the structure, movement, and blood flow within your heart. This helps assess the heart's health and function, including the valves and rate.

27 services27 patients

Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries 93922

An ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your arteries. It helps in checking blood flow, identifying blockages, or detecting other abnormalities in your arteries.

27 services27 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.

27 services27 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016

An 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.

25 services25 patients

Ultrasound of heart, follow-up 93308

A follow-up ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your heart. It helps doctors monitor your heart's function and structures after initial assessment or treatment.

25 services24 patients

Insertion of tube in left lower heart chamber and coronary artery for diagnosis with review by radiologist 93458

This procedure involves placing a tube into your left lower heart chamber and coronary artery. It helps doctors diagnose heart conditions by allowing them to view these areas in detail. A radiologist will review the images to ensure accurate diagnosis.

25 services24 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.

19 services18 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.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Unc Health Nash

Acute Care Hospitals · Rocky Mount, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number340147

Location2460 Curtis Ellis DriveRocky Mount, NC 27804 · Nash County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28645 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

$125.01 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$95.94 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

Most-billed visit code 99214

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.

75/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Automatic external defibrillator, with integrated electrocardiogram analysis, garment type K0606

DME-Other DME · category DE013N

1 supplier14 claims14 services$2,204.20 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 15

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

DR. EMILY COMBS FNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner

322 MULBERRY ST SW
LENOIR, NC 28645

Caldwell County (828) 757-6460

CAROLINA EAR, NOSE & THROAT-SINUS AND ALLERGY CENTER PA

Otolaryngology

322 MULBERRY ST SW
LENOIR, NC 28645

Caldwell County (828) 818-5100

RODNEY M STALHEIM M.D.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

322 MULBERRY ST SW
LENOIR, NC 28645

Caldwell County (828) 757-6400

DR. SAMUEL JAMES HESTER AU.D.

Audiologist

322 MULBERRY ST SW
LENOIR, NC 28645

Caldwell County (828) 757-6464

CALDWELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC

Internal Medicine

322 MULBERRY ST SW, STE A
LENOIR, NC 28645

Caldwell County (828) 757-6400

ROBERT J REICHLING M.D.

Internal Medicine

322 MULBERRY ST SW, SUITE A
LENOIR, NC 28645

Caldwell County (828) 757-6400

DR. SARA BEYER MD

Family Medicine

322 MULBERRY ST SW
LENOIR, NC 28645

Caldwell County (828) 757-6400

TRACIE WOLFE NP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

322 MULBERRY ST SW
LENOIR, NC 28645

Caldwell County (828) 757-6460

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 Ruihai Zhou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruihai Zhou is 1417178591. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 2, 2007.

Where is Ruihai Zhou located?

Ruihai Zhou practices at 322 Mulberry St SW Suite F, Lenoir, NC 28645. The listed phone number is (828) 757-6462.

What is Ruihai Zhou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Is Ruihai Zhou enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruihai Zhou 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 Ruihai Zhou accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Ruihai Zhou 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 Ruihai Zhou affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruihai Zhou is affiliated with Unc Health Nash.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruihai Zhou was last updated on April 25, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.