DR. MAGDY WAHBA M.D.
NPI 1497781546
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Wayne, NJ

NPI Status: Active since June 23, 2006

Contact Information

401 HAMBURG TPKE
SUITE 310
WAYNE, NJ
ZIP 07470
Phone: (973) 790-5300
Fax: (973) 790-0900

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 50
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About MAGDY WAHBA

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Magdy Wahba, an internist established in Wayne, New Jersey with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in pulmonary disease and more than 50 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1497781546 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RP1001X with license number 25MA03806500 (NJ). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 10 years ago.

NPI
1497781546
Provider Name
DR. MAGDY WAHBA M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
401 HAMBURG TPKE SUITE 310 WAYNE, NJ 07470
Location Phone
(973) 790-5300
Location Fax
(973) 790-0900
Mailing Address
PO BOX 665 RIDGEWOOD, NJ 07451
Mailing Phone
(973) 790-0900
Mailing Fax
(973) 790-0900
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
1976
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
06-23-2006
Last Update Date
11-03-2016
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An internist like Magdy Wahba is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Internal Medicine Pulmonary Disease

Taxonomy Code
207RP1001X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
25MA03806500
License State
NJ
Taxonomy Description
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1207RC0200XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine
Critical Care Medicine

25MA03806500 (NJ)
2207RS0012XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine
Sleep Medicine

25MA03806500 (NJ)

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

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Additional Identifiers

The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.

Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
0218502MEDICAID (05)NJ 
439682OTHER (01)NJMEDICARE
C54423MEDICARE UPIN (02)NJ 
439682MEDICARE PIN (08)NJ 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Magdy Wahba is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Magdy Wahba is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 7719981489

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20060912000105

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

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.

This service was performed 32 times for 13 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

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.

This service was performed 19 times for 12 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes

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.

This service was performed 1,796 times for 186 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 84 times for 26 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 24 times for 13 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes

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.

This service was performed 159 times for 119 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $36.21 for a new patient copayment and $27.89 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 07470 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $144.86
  • Minimum New Patient Price $63.84
  • Maximum New Patient Price $190.92
  • Average New Patient Copayment $36.21
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $15.96
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $47.73

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $111.57
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $20.97
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $155.92
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $27.89
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.24
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $38.98

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Magdy Wahba is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
ST MARY'S GENERAL HOSPITAL350 BOULEVARD
PASSAIC, NJ 07055
(973) 365-4300Acute Care Hospitals
ST JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER INC703 MAIN ST
PATERSON, NJ 07503
(973) 754-2010Acute Care Hospitals

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1497781546, we treat the final digit (6) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 74. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 74 = 6).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
4
Unchanged
Pos 3
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 4
7
Unchanged
Pos 5
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 6
8
Unchanged
Pos 7
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 8
5
Unchanged
Pos 9
4
Doubled → 8
Check
6
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 9 → 18 → 9 7 → 14 → 5 1 → 2 4 → 8

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 4 + 1 + 8 + 7 + 1 + 4 + 8 + 2 + 5 + 8 + 24 = 74

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 74 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.

80 - 74 = 6
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 6, which matches the last digit of 1497781546.

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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Pain Medicine)
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Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
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Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
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WAYNE, NJ 07470
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
401 HAMBURG TPKE, STE 303
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Specialist
401 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 101
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Chiropractor
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Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
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Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
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WAYNE, NJ 07470
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
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Physical Therapist
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WAYNE, NJ 07470
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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WAYNE, NJ 07470
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
401 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 105
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Acupuncturist
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WAYNE, NJ 07470
Specialist
401 HAMBURG TPKE, STE. 303
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Social Worker (Clinical)
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WAYNE, NJ 07470
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
401 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 108
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
401 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 302
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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WAYNE, NJ 07470

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1497781546, enumerated as an "individual" on June 23, 2006.

The provider is located at 401 HAMBURG TPKE SUITE 310 WAYNE, NJ 07470 and the phone number is (973) 790-5300.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RP1001X and a focus in Pulmonary Disease.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Magdy Wahba is affiliated with: ST MARY'S GENERAL HOSPITAL and ST JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER INC.