RAMESH GIHWALA M.D.
NPI 1447200183
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Gastonia, NC

Active since May 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
991 W HUDSON BLVD, GASTONIA, NC 28052(704) 853-5294 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 7, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Ramesh Gihwala M.d. NPPES

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

RAMESH GIHWALA M.D. (NPI 1447200183) is an individual psychiatry provider in Gastonia, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (9300472) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447200183
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameRAMESH GIHWALACredential: M.D.
Location Address991 W HUDSON BLVDGastonia, NC 28052-6430
Mailing Address825 Majestic CtGastonia, NC 28054-5186 · (704) 853-5294
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 7, 2020
NPPES CertifiedMay 7, 2020
✔ NPI 1447200183 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 9300472
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
991 W HUDSON BLVD, Gastonia, NC 28052

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ramesh Gihwala 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 ID840233193
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050608001064, I20150429000164
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Ramesh Gihwala reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Psychiatry
5108 REAGAN DR STE 9
Charlotte, NC 28206
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
Case Management
5108 REAGAN DR STE 9
Charlotte, NC 28206
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
Mental Health
1524 JOHN B WHITE SR BLVD STE 6
Spartanburg, SC 29301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
Psychiatry
3310 HARRISON RD
Columbia, SC 29204
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This 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.
418 services98 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 90791
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is a thorough assessment used to identify any mental health conditions you may have. It involves a detailed discussion about your symptoms, thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. Your medical history and family's mental health history are also considered.
30 services28 patients
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.
19 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28052 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
$165.09 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $41.27 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Registered Nurse (Obstetric, High-Risk)
991 W HUDSON BLVD
GASTONIA, NC 28052
Registered Nurse (Women's Health Care, Ambulatory)
991 W HUDSON BLVD
GASTONIA, NC 28052
Registered Nurse (Administrator)
991 W HUDSON BLVD
GASTONIA, NC 28052
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
991 W HUDSON BLVD
GASTONIA, NC 28052
Registered Nurse
991 W HUDSON BLVD
GASTONIA, NC 28052
Registered Nurse (Community Health)
991 W HUDSON BLVD
GASTONIA, NC 28052
Social Worker (Clinical)
991 W HUDSON BLVD
GASTONIA, NC 28052
Registered Nurse
991 W HUDSON BLVD
GASTONIA, NC 28052

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 Ramesh Gihwala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ramesh Gihwala is 1447200183. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2006.

Where is Ramesh Gihwala located?

Ramesh Gihwala practices at 991 W Hudson Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28052. The listed phone number is (704) 853-5294.

What is Ramesh Gihwala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Ramesh Gihwala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ramesh Gihwala 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Ramesh Gihwala's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ramesh Gihwala reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Amara Wellness Services, LLC (Charlotte, NC), Person Centered Partnerships, Inc. (Charlotte, NC), H & w Enterprises Of Nc LLC (Spartanburg, SC) and Hopefull Counseling And Psychiatry LLC (Columbia, SC). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ramesh Gihwala's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ramesh Gihwala accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Cigna Healthcare, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc and UnitedHealthcare list Ramesh Gihwala 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ramesh Gihwala was last updated on May 7, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.