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DR. ZELEKE DESSE KASSAHUN MD
NPI 1477536811
Internal Medicine in Washington, DC

Active since November 21, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1310 SOUTHERN AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032(202) 574-6000 Get Directions Write a Review

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

Record update history: May 13, 2025, Oct 15, 2022, Jul 14, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Zeleke Desse Kassahun Md NPPES

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

DR. ZELEKE DESSE KASSAHUN MD (NPI 1477536811) is an individual internal medicine provider in Washington, District Of Columbia, licensed in North Carolina (200001113) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477536811
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ZELEKE DESSE KASSAHUNCredential: MD
Location Address1310 SOUTHERN AVE SEWashington, DC 20032-4623
Mailing Address1310 Southern Ave SeWashington, DC 20032-4623 · (202) 574-6000
Phone(202) 574-6000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateNovember 21, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJune 25, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 25, 2026
✔ NPI 1477536811 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 200001113✔ Licensed in VA · 0101226364✔ Licensed in IN · CV2200875✔ Licensed in MD · D0055973
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.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 0101226364 (VA)
1310 SOUTHERN AVE SE, Washington, DC 20032
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 11638 Owen DrFayetteville, NC 28304-3424 · Phone (910) 615-5680
Location 216000 Johnston Memorial Dr Fl 4Abingdon, VA 24211-7664 · Phone (276) 258-1000
Location 311109 Parkview Plaza DrFort Wayne, IN 46845-1701 · Phone (260) 266-2020 · Fax (260) 266-2009

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource and more.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. Zeleke Desse Kassahun Md 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 ID9830189935
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151119001270, I20161206001863, I20250118000102
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 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.
253 services118 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.
198 services118 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.
104 services101 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.
65 services63 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.
41 services41 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.
40 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Fayetteville, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340028
Location1638 Owen Drive P O Box 2000Fayetteville, NC 28302 · Cumberland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Ahoskie, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340099
Location500 S Academy StAhoskie, NC 27910 · Hertford County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Haywood Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Clyde, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340184
Location262 Leroy George DriveClyde, NC 28721 · Haywood County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Erlanger Murphy Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Murphy, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number341328
Location3990 East Us Highway 64 AltMurphy, NC 28906 · Cherokee County
Emergency services

Johnston Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Abingdon, VA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490053
Location16000 Johnston Memorial DriveAbingdon, VA 24211 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20032 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
$147.85 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $36.96 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$113.72 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $28.43 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress E0261
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier20 claims20 services$38.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
5 suppliers70 claims70 services$16.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
5 suppliers64 claims64 services$88.42 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 20

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

BREATHE DC, INC.
Public Health or Welfare
1310 SOUTHERN AVE SE, SUITE G-082
WASHINGTON, DC 20032
District of Columbia (202) 574-6789
JEROME ALAIN BYAM
Surgery
1310 SOUTHERN AVE SE
WASHINGTON, DC 20032
District of Columbia (202) 574-6000
ANDRE BRUCE CAMPBELL PA
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1310 SOUTHERN AVE SE
WASHINGTON, DC 20032
District of Columbia (202) 574-6000
YURI PAREDES MSN, PNP-PC
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
1310 SOUTHERN AVE SE
WASHINGTON, DC 20032
District of Columbia (202) 741-4100
TANYA XIONG MD
Emergency Medicine
1310 SOUTHERN AVE SE
WASHINGTON, DC 20032
District of Columbia (202) 741-2911
ROOSEVELT BRANDLY MD
Emergency Medicine
1310 SOUTHERN AVE SE
WASHINGTON, DC 20032
District of Columbia (202) 574-6000
DEIDRE K HILLIARD MD
Hospitalist
1310 SOUTHERN AVE SE
WASHINGTON, DC 20032
District of Columbia (202) 741-2302
AYESHA JAMIL MD
Internal Medicine
1310 SOUTHERN AVE SE
WASHINGTON, DC 20032
District of Columbia (202) 574-5323

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 Zeleke Kassahun's NPI number?

The NPI number for Zeleke Kassahun is 1477536811. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 21, 2005.

Where is Zeleke Kassahun located?

Zeleke Kassahun practices at 1310 Southern Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032. The listed phone number is (202) 574-6000.

What is Zeleke Kassahun's specialty?

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

Is Zeleke Kassahun enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Zeleke Kassahun 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 Zeleke Kassahun accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc and Oscar Insurance Company and 1 other insurer list Zeleke Kassahun 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 Zeleke Kassahun affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Zeleke Kassahun is affiliated with Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital, Haywood Regional Medical Center, Erlanger Murphy Medical Center and Johnston Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Zeleke Kassahun was last updated on June 25, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 48 days 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.