DANIEL A WOLDE-RUFAEL M.D.
NPI 1497797245
Hospitalist in Baltimore, MD

NPI Status: Active since June 12, 2006

Contact Information

827 LINDEN AVE
BALTIMORE, MD
ZIP 21201
Phone: (410) 225-8790
Fax: (410) 225-8910

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 43
  • Hospitalist
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About DANIEL WOLDE-RUFAEL

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Daniel Wolde-rufael, a provider established in Baltimore, Maryland with a medical specialization in Hospitalist and more than 43 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1497797245 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 208M00000X with license number D47717 (MD). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 7 years ago.

NPI
1497797245
Provider Name
DANIEL A WOLDE-RUFAEL M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
827 LINDEN AVE BALTIMORE, MD 21201
Location Phone
(410) 225-8790
Location Fax
(410) 225-8910
Mailing Address
PO BOX 64442 BALTIMORE, MD 21264
Mailing Phone
(410) 328-8040
Mailing Fax
(410) 225-8910
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
1983
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
06-12-2006
Last Update Date
10-29-2019
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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

Hospitalist

Taxonomy Code
208M00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
D47717
License State
MD
Taxonomy Description
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.

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)
1207R00000XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine

D47717 (MD)

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

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
020661000MEDICAID (05)MD 
542811-03 & 04OTHER (01)MDBLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD
037162200MEDICAID (05)DC 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Daniel Wolde-rufael 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.

Daniel Wolde-rufael 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: 7517151467

    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: I20101104000524

    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

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)

    Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)

    2 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 17 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

    2 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 17 Services Paid

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.

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 889 times for 184 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes

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.

This service was performed 222 times for 92 patients

Follow-up observation care per day, typically 25 minutes

Follow-up observation care is a daily service where your health progress is monitored for about 25 minutes. It's a routine check to ensure your treatment is effective and to adjust if necessary. It's a crucial part of your healthcare journey.

This service was performed 33 times for 11 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less

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.

This service was performed 92 times for 90 patients

Hospital observation care on day of discharge

Hospital observation care on the day of discharge involves monitoring your health status to ensure stability before you leave. This includes assessing vital signs, response to treatment, and readiness for home care or rehabilitation.

This service was performed 15 times for 15 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes

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.

This service was performed 27 times for 26 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $34.76 for a new patient copayment and $26.64 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 21201 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

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

  • Average New Patient Price $139.05
  • Minimum New Patient Price $60.73
  • Maximum New Patient Price $183.44
  • Average New Patient Copayment $34.76
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $15.18
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $45.86

Established Patients Visit Costs *

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

  • Average Established Patient Price $106.59
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $19.6
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $149.17
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $26.64
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.9
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $37.29

* 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. Daniel Wolde-rufael is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
UNIVERSITY OF MD MEDICAL CENTER MIDTOWN CAMPUS827 LINDEN AVENUE
BALTIMORE, MD 21201
(410) 225-8996Acute 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 1497797245, we treat the final digit (5) 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 75. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 75 = 5).

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
9
Unchanged
Pos 7
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 8
2
Unchanged
Pos 9
4
Doubled → 8
Check
5
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 7 → 14 → 5 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 + 9 + 1 + 4 + 2 + 8 + 24 = 75

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

The next multiple of ten after 75 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.

80 - 75 = 5
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 5, which matches the last digit of 1497797245.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1497797245, enumerated as an "individual" on June 12, 2006.

The provider is located at 827 LINDEN AVE BALTIMORE, MD 21201 and the phone number is (410) 225-8790.

Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

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

Daniel Wolde-rufael is affiliated with: UNIVERSITY OF MD MEDICAL CENTER MIDTOWN CAMPUS.