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DR. SAMER ABU ALULA M.D.
NPI 1447782578
Internal Medicine in Davenport, IA

Active since March 29, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1227 E RUSHOLME ST BLDG 109, DAVENPORT, IA 52803(563) 421-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2021, Mar 29, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Samer Abu Alula M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SAMER ABU ALULA M.D. (NPI 1447782578) is an individual internal medicine provider in Davenport, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-47208) and active in the NPI registry since March 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447782578
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SAMER ABU ALULACredential: M.D.
Location Address1227 E RUSHOLME ST BLDG 109Davenport, IA 52803-2459
Mailing Address1227 E Rusholme St Bldg 109Davenport, IA 52803-2459 · (563) 421-1000
Phone(563) 421-1000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateMarch 29, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 28, 2021
✔ NPI 1447782578 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · MD-47208
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1227 E RUSHOLME ST BLDG 109, Davenport, IA 52803
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of North Carolina and more.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

Dr. Samer Abu Alula 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 ID5597188292
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200714002429, I20231004000263
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

5

Medicare enrollment records show Samer Abu Alula reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Genesis Health System
Same address
Surgery
1227 E RUSHOLME ST
Davenport, IA 52803
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 358 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1528616901 (563) 421-3408
Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, Inc.
58 mi
Family Planning, Non-Surgical
801 S ROOSEVELT AVE STE C
Burlington, IA 52601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 253 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1962077230 (319) 768-1225
Hospital Physician Services - Southeast Professional Corporation
651 mi
Hospitalist
2151 W SPRING ST
Monroe, GA 30655
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 311 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1760410385 (770) 267-8461
Beaufort County Memorial Hospital
795 mi
Rural Health
1000 PINE STREET WEST
Varnville, SC 29944
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 212 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1033175344 (803) 943-5228
Banner-University Medical Group
1,290 mi
Nutrition, Education
535 N WILMOT RD STE 101
Tucson, AZ 85711
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 1,514 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932708328 (520) 694-5437

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 6

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.

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.
442 services177 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.
178 services175 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.
141 services72 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
123 services116 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.
91 services89 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
63 services62 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · West Burlington, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160057
Location1221 South Gear AvenueWest Burlington, IA 52655 · Des Moines County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Iowa City, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number160058
Location200 Hawkins DriveIowa City, IA 52242 · Johnson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beaufort County Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Beaufort, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number420067
Location955 Ribaut RdBeaufort, SC 29902 · Beaufort County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 52803 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
$122.23 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.05 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
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.

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 Samer Abu Alula's NPI number?

The NPI number for Samer Abu Alula is 1447782578. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 29, 2017.

Where is Samer Abu Alula located?

Samer Abu Alula practices at 1227 E Rusholme St Bldg 109, Davenport, IA 52803. The listed phone number is (563) 421-1000.

What is Samer Abu Alula's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Samer Abu Alula enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Samer Abu Alula 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 Samer Abu Alula's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Samer Abu Alula reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Genesis Health System (Davenport, IA), Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, Inc. (Burlington, IA), Hospital Physician Services - Southeast Professional Corporation (Monroe, GA), Beaufort County Memorial Hospital (Varnville, SC) and Banner-University Medical Group (Tucson, AZ). 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 Samer Abu Alula's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Samer Abu Alula accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 2 other insurers list Samer Abu Alula 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 Samer Abu Alula affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Samer Abu Alula is affiliated with Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics and Beaufort County Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Samer Abu Alula was last updated on April 29, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.