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SHARIFA RUQAYAH AVERY MD
NPI 1528440773
Internal Medicine in Atlanta, GA

Active since June 24, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500, ATLANTA, GA 30339(678) 264-6498(678) 736-7919 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 21, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: May 21, 2026, Nov 1, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Sharifa Ruqayah Avery Md NPPES

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

SHARIFA RUQAYAH AVERY MD (NPI 1528440773) is an individual internal medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (81025) and active in the NPI registry since June 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Colleton Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528440773
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameSHARIFA RUQAYAH AVERYCredential: MD
Location Address4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500Atlanta, GA 30339-5714
Mailing Address306 Creekbank Way SeSmyrna, GA 30082-4889 · (678) 264-6498 · Fax (678) 736-7919
Phone(678) 264-6498
Fax(678) 736-7919
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJune 24, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateMay 21, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 21, 2026
✔ NPI 1528440773 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 81025
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 ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500, Atlanta, GA 30339
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare), Oscar Health Insurance, Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and more.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

Sharifa Ruqayah Avery 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 ID9436493392
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240606002082
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 Sharifa Avery reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Southeastern Hospitalist Services PC
325 mi
Hospitalist
809 82ND PKWY
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 529 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1003280108 (843) 692-1000
Signify Health Medical Associates, PLLC
718 mi
General Practice
4055 VALLEY VIEW LN STE 700
Dallas, TX 75244
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia and South Carolina enrollments
  • 488 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1750845863 (972) 715-3800

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

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.

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.
34 services34 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Colleton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Walterboro, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420030
Location501 Robertson BoulevardWalterboro, SC 29488 · Colleton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Trident Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420079
Location9330 Medical Plaza DrCharleston, SC 29406 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30339 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
$130.64 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.20 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $25.05 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
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.

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.

LINUX HEALTH PARTNERS LLC
Physician Assistant (Medical)
4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Cobb County (404) 995-1560
DR. MALA SHAYKHER KAUL MD
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Cobb County (770) 525-9440
ARCD AND WEIGHTLOSS MANAGEMENT
Clinic/Center
4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Cobb County (678) 403-1239
TRUE NORTH PHYSICIANS LLC
Family Medicine
4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Cobb County (203) 500-0682
MELVIN BALL CHIROPRACTIC
Chiropractor
4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Cobb County (770) 322-4625
WELLSPRING MD LLC
Family Medicine
4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Cobb County (484) 763-0707
DR. JASON THADEOUS HAYES M.D.
Internal Medicine
4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Cobb County (678) 395-7046
PERSONAL CONCIERGE MD, LLC
Internal Medicine
4300 PACES FERRY RD SE STE 500
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Cobb County (678) 395-7046

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 Sharifa Avery's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sharifa Avery is 1528440773. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2015.

Where is Sharifa Avery located?

Sharifa Avery practices at 4300 Paces Ferry Rd SE Ste 500, Atlanta, GA 30339. The listed phone number is (678) 264-6498.

What is Sharifa Avery's specialty?

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

Is Sharifa Avery enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sharifa Avery 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 Sharifa Avery's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sharifa Avery reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Southeastern Hospitalist Services PC (Myrtle Beach, SC) and Signify Health Medical Associates, PLLC (Dallas, TX). 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 Sharifa Avery's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sharifa Avery accept?

Health plans from CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare), Oscar Health Insurance, Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc and Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and 2 other insurers list Sharifa Avery 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 Sharifa Avery affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sharifa Avery is affiliated with Colleton Medical Center and Trident Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sharifa Avery was last updated on May 21, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months 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.