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GHASSAN AL-SABBAGH MD
NPI 1487617858
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Wake Forest, NC

Active since April 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.52/100
CMS Quality Rating
10540 LIGON MILL RD STE 109, WAKE FOREST, NC 27587(919) 554-6253(919) 554-3777 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 26, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Ghassan Al-sabbagh Md NPPES

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

GHASSAN AL-SABBAGH MD (NPI 1487617858) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Wake Forest, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (200000347) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Rex Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487617858
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameGHASSAN AL-SABBAGHCredential: MD
Location Address10540 LIGON MILL RD STE 109Wake Forest, NC 27587-6090
Mailing Address10540 Ligon Mill Rd Ste 109Wake Forest, NC 27587-6090 · (919) 554-6253 · Fax (919) 554-3777
Phone(919) 554-6253
Fax(919) 554-3777
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateApril 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 26, 2023
NPPES CertifiedApril 26, 2023
✔ NPI 1487617858 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 200000347
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
10540 LIGON MILL RD STE 109, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid89126XCNC

Accepted Insurance

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

Ghassan Al-sabbagh 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 ID244327328
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071106000805
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 10

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 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.
206 services133 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.
176 services112 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
105 services105 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.
80 services80 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
61 services61 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
30 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Rex Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Raleigh, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number340114
Location4420 Lake Boone TrailRaleigh, NC 27607 · Wake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27587 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.

82.52/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality71.17
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost70.59

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
88%739 patients5/55-star benchmark: 88%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
100%68 patients1/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
95%2,337 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
100%3,607 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
23%1,136 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 79% · 630 patients
Patients screened: 88% · 630 patients
19%69 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
99%1,984 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 514 patients
Patients totalRate: 1% · 514 patients
1%514 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY CONSULTANTS, PA
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
10540 LIGON MILL RD STE 109
WAKE FOREST, NC 27587
Wake County (919) 554-6253

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 Ghassan Al-sabbagh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ghassan Al-sabbagh is 1487617858. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 7, 2006.

Where is Ghassan Al-sabbagh located?

Ghassan Al-sabbagh practices at 10540 Ligon Mill Rd Ste 109, Wake Forest, NC 27587. The listed phone number is (919) 554-6253.

What is Ghassan Al-sabbagh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Ghassan Al-sabbagh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ghassan Al-sabbagh 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 Ghassan Al-sabbagh accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Ghassan Al-sabbagh 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 Ghassan Al-sabbagh affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ghassan Al-sabbagh is affiliated with Rex Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ghassan Al-sabbagh was last updated on April 26, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.