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TIGIST AYEHU DEGU MD
NPI 1578068318
Internal Medicine in Gainesville, FL

Active since March 26, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1147 NW 64TH TER, GAINESVILLE, FL 32605(352) 333-5159 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 11, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 11, 2021, Mar 26, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Tigist Ayehu Degu Md NPPES

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

TIGIST AYEHU DEGU MD (NPI 1578068318) is an individual internal medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME148174) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent's Riverside, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578068318
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameTIGIST AYEHU DEGUCredential: MD
Location Address1147 NW 64TH TERGainesville, FL 32605-4218
Mailing Address10554 Aventura DrJacksonville, FL 32256-5852 · (402) 679-7964
Phone(352) 333-5159
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMarch 26, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 11, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 5, 2021
✔ NPI 1578068318 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 FL · ME148174
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 ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License ME148174 (FL)
1147 NW 64TH TER, Gainesville, FL 32605
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Molina Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Tigist Ayehu Degu 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 ID345648838
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211014000493
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 3

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
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.
99 services48 patients
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.
25 services25 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Ascension St Vincent's Riverside

Acute Care Hospitals · Jacksonville, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100040
Location1 Shircliff WayJacksonville, FL 32204 · Duval County
Emergency services

Ascension St Vincent's Southside

Acute Care Hospitals · Jacksonville, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100307
Location4201 Belfort RdJacksonville, FL 32216 · Duval County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32605 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

KENNETH ABBOTT
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1147 NW 64TH TER
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
Alachua County (352) 333-5152
AZAN HAQUE
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1147 NW 64TH TER
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
Alachua County (352) 333-5982
POOJA SANAT PATEL
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1147 NW 64TH TER
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
Alachua County (352) 333-5982
COLLIN BUFANO
Emergency Medicine
1147 NW 64TH TER
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
Alachua County (352) 333-4000
DR. INSHERAH SUGHAYER MD, LMHC
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1147 NW 64TH TER
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
Alachua County (352) 333-5984
ERICA LEONETTE BRASCHI JORDAN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1147 NW 64TH TER
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
Alachua County (352) 333-5159
BRADLEY ELLIS KASPER BS
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1147 NW 64TH TER
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
Alachua County (352) 213-8574
JACQUELINE D MERCADO M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1147 NW 64TH TER
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
Alachua County (352) 682-8319

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 Tigist Degu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tigist Degu is 1578068318. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 26, 2018.

Where is Tigist Degu located?

Tigist Degu practices at 1147 NW 64th Ter, Gainesville, FL 32605. The listed phone number is (352) 333-5159.

What is Tigist Degu's specialty?

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

Is Tigist Degu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tigist Degu 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 Tigist Degu accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare list Tigist Degu 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 Tigist Degu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Tigist Degu is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent's Riverside and Ascension St Vincent's Southside.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tigist Degu was last updated on October 11, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.