DR. YAW ABABIO BOATENG M.D.
NPI 1477555696
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Salt Lake City, UT

Active since June 01, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
92.06/100
CMS Quality Rating
50 N MEDICAL DR, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132(801) 581-6709 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 3, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Yaw Ababio Boateng M.d. NPPES

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

DR. YAW ABABIO BOATENG M.D. (NPI 1477555696) is an individual nephrology provider in Salt Lake City, Utah, licensed in Utah (9087894-1205) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cedar City Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477555696
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. YAW ABABIO BOATENGCredential: M.D.
Location Address50 N MEDICAL DRSalt Lake City, UT 84132-0100
Mailing AddressPo Box 413033Salt Lake City, UT 84141-3033 · (801) 213-3900 · Fax (801) 585-3655
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 3, 2021
NPPES CertifiedDecember 3, 2021
✔ NPI 1477555696 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in UT · 9087894-1205
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
50 N MEDICAL DR, Salt Lake City, UT 84132

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid344568SC
Medicaid5921024NC

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

Dr. Yaw Ababio Boateng 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 ID9335163872
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141204000057
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Yaw Boateng reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Multi-Specialty
50 N MEDICAL DR
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Nevada and Utah enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1003210808 (Utah)
  • 21 clinicians in this Medicare group
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
100 N MARIO CAPECCHI DR
Salt Lake City, UT 84113
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Utah enrollment
  • 3,691 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 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.
190 services65 patients
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.
177 services115 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
62 services17 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.
49 services43 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
31 services31 patients
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961
Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.
29 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Cedar City Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cedar City, UT
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number460007
Location1303 North Main StreetCedar City, UT 84721 · Iron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St. George Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · St George, UT
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number460021
Location1380 East Medical Center DriveSt George, UT 84790 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kane County Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Kanab, UT
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number461309
Location355 North Main StreetKanab, UT 84741 · Kane County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 84132 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
$125.70 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.03
Typical copayment $31.42 (range $13.58 – $41.50)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.35 typical visit price
range $17.23 – $135.20
Typical copayment $24.08 (range $4.30 – $33.80)
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.

92.06/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85.57
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
3 suppliers40 claims3,775 services$0.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers22 claims1,560 services$0.17 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers15 claims2,760 services$1.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
3 suppliers30 claims30 services$18.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
4 suppliers49 claims52 services$10.97 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.

Otolaryngology
50 N MEDICAL DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132
Occupational Therapist
50 N MEDICAL DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132
Emergency Medicine
50 N MEDICAL DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
50 N MEDICAL DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
50 N MEDICAL DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132
Internal Medicine
50 N MEDICAL DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
50 N MEDICAL DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132
Registered Nurse
50 N MEDICAL DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132

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 Yaw Boateng's NPI number?

The NPI number for Yaw Boateng is 1477555696. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2005.

Where is Yaw Boateng located?

Yaw Boateng practices at 50 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84132. The listed phone number is (801) 581-6709.

What is Yaw Boateng's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Yaw Boateng enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Yaw Boateng 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 Yaw Boateng's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Yaw Boateng reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: University Of Utah Adult Services (Salt Lake City, UT) and Ihc Health Services Inc (Salt Lake City, UT). 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 Yaw Boateng's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Yaw Boateng accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare and Select Health list Yaw Boateng 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 Yaw Boateng affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Yaw Boateng is affiliated with Cedar City Hospital, St. George Regional Hospital and Kane County Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Yaw Boateng was last updated on December 3, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.