HELEN ASMAMAW ABEBE PA
NPI 1568833671
Physician Assistant in Cheverly, MD

NPI Status: Active since October 14, 2015

Contact Information

3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD
ZIP 20785
Phone: (301) 618-3655
Fax: (301) 618-3521

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 13
  • Physician Assistant
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About HELEN ABEBE

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Helen Abebe, a primary care provider established in Cheverly, Maryland with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant and more than 13 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1568833671 assigned on October 2015. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363A00000X with license number C0005773 (MD). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 11 years ago.

NPI
1568833671
Provider Name
HELEN ASMAMAW ABEBE PA
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
3001 HOSPITAL DR CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Location Phone
(301) 618-3655
Location Fax
(301) 618-3521
Mailing Address
700 SLIGO AVE APT 104 SILVER SPRING, MD 20910
Mailing Phone
(301) 910-7294
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
2014
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
10-14-2015
Last Update Date
10-14-2015
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A primary care provider (PCP) like Helen Abebe sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, 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

Physician Assistant

Taxonomy Code
363A00000X
Type
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
License No.
C0005773
License State
MD
Taxonomy Description
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Helen Abebe 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.

Helen Abebe 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: 2264718022

    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: I20170410000539

    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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

This service was performed 90 times for 56 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 51 times for 40 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 121 times for 94 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 24 times for 20 patients

Follow-up observation care per day, typically 35 minutes

Follow-up observation care is a daily check-up service that lasts about 35 minutes. It involves monitoring your health progress after a treatment or procedure. The care team assesses your recovery and addresses any concerns or questions you may have.

This service was performed 15 times for 12 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 24 times for 24 patients

Insertion of needle into vein (3 years or older)

This procedure involves placing a small needle into a vein, typically in the arm. It's done to collect blood for testing or to deliver medication. You may feel a quick pinch, but it's usually over in seconds. It's a common, safe procedure.

This service was performed 24 times for 23 patients

Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older)

This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.

This service was performed 44 times for 39 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $25.07 for a new patient copayment and $20.16 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 20785 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $100.31
  • Minimum New Patient Price $65.18
  • Maximum New Patient Price $194.86
  • Average New Patient Copayment $25.07
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $16.29
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $48.71

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213

  • Average Established Patient Price $80.66
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $21.4
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $158.88
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $20.16
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.35
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $39.72

* 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. Helen Abebe is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
ADVENTIST HEALTHCARE WHITE OAK MEDICAL CENTER11890 HEALING WAY
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
(240) 637-4000Acute 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 1568833671, we treat the final digit (1) 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 69. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 69 = 1).

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
5
Unchanged
Pos 3
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 4
8
Unchanged
Pos 5
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 6
3
Unchanged
Pos 7
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 8
6
Unchanged
Pos 9
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Check
1
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 6 → 12 → 3 8 → 16 → 7 3 → 6 7 → 14 → 5

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 5 + 1 + 2 + 8 + 1 + 6 + 3 + 6 + 6 + 1 + 4 + 24 = 69

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

The next multiple of ten after 69 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 69 = 1
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 1, which matches the last digit of 1568833671.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 19 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Internal Medicine
3001 HOSPITAL DR
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Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
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Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Anesthesiology
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Anesthesiology
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Anesthesiology
3001 HOSPITAL DR, PGHC ANESTHESIA ASSOCIATES
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Advanced Practice Midwife
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Anesthesiology
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Anesthesiology
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Internal Medicine
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Pediatrics
3001 HOSPITAL DR, MT WASHINGTON PEDS HOSPITAL, 6TH FLOOR PGHC
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3001 HOSPITAL DR
CHEVERLY, MD 20785
Physician Assistant
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CHEVERLY, MD 20785

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1568833671, enumerated as an "individual" on October 14, 2015.

The provider is located at 3001 HOSPITAL DR CHEVERLY, MD 20785 and the phone number is (301) 618-3655.

Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Helen Abebe is affiliated with: ADVENTIST HEALTHCARE WHITE OAK MEDICAL CENTER.