BADIH JOSEPH ELMUNZER M.D.
NPI 1578682886
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Charleston, SC

Active since March 28, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
171 ASHLEY AVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-1414 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Badih Joseph Elmunzer M.d. NPPES

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

BADIH JOSEPH ELMUNZER M.D. (NPI 1578682886) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (36694) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland, and is a graduate of University Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578682886
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameBADIH JOSEPH ELMUNZERCredential: M.D.
Location Address171 ASHLEY AVECharleston, SC 29425-8908
Mailing AddressPo Box 751461Charlotte, NC 28275-1461 · (843) 792-2300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 14, 2025
NPPES CertifiedOctober 14, 2025
✔ NPI 1578682886 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · 36694✔ Licensed in MI · 4301084830
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 4301084830 (MI)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 4301084830 (MI)
171 ASHLEY AVE, Charleston, SC 29425

Accepted 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

Badih Joseph Elmunzer M.d. 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 ID1052485042
PECOS Enrollment IDI20251106004302
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 Badih Elmunzer reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Obstetrics & Gynecology
171 ASHLEY AVE
Charleston, SC 29425
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 2,594 clinicians in this Medicare group
Dermatology
10650 PARK RD
Charlotte, NC 28210
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 300 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 20

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.
135 services52 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
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.
64 services52 patients
Insertion of stent into pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope 43274
This procedure involves the placement of a tiny tube, known as a stent, into your pancreatic or bile duct. A flexible endoscope, a long, thin instrument with a light and camera, is used. It aids in relieving blockages and improving flow in these ducts.
58 services55 patients
Replacement of stent in pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope 43276
This procedure involves replacing an existing stent in your pancreatic or bile duct. A flexible endoscope, a tube-like device with a light and camera, is used to view and access the area. The old stent is removed and a new one is placed to help keep the duct open.
58 services36 patients
Removal of stone or debris from bile or pancreatic duct using a flexible endoscope 43264
This procedure, called an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), involves using a flexible tube with a camera (endoscope) to locate and remove stones or debris from your bile or pancreatic duct. It's a non-surgical method to clear the ducts, enhancing your digestive health.
55 services43 patients
Ultrasound guided needle aspiration or biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43242
This procedure involves using an ultrasound to guide a needle to specific areas in the esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. A flexible endoscope is used to reach these areas. The needle collects a small sample for testing.
39 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Atrium Health Cleveland

Acute Care Hospitals · Shelby, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340021
Location201 E Grover StShelby, NC 28150 · Cleveland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Atrium Health Pineville

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340098
Location10628 Park RdCharlotte, NC 28210 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340113
Location1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Atrium Health Union

Acute Care Hospitals · Monroe, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340130
Location600 Hospital DrMonroe, NC 28112 · Union County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Atrium Health University City

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340166
Location8800 North Tyron StreetCharlotte, NC 28262 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29425 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

Allergy & Immunology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Ophthalmology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Social Worker
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Radiology (Pediatric Radiology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Nurse Practitioner
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Ophthalmology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

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 Badih Elmunzer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Badih Elmunzer is 1578682886. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2007.

Where is Badih Elmunzer located?

Badih Elmunzer practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425. The listed phone number is (843) 792-1414.

What is Badih Elmunzer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Badih Elmunzer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Badih Elmunzer 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 Badih Elmunzer's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Badih Elmunzer reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol (Charleston, SC) and Atrium Health Specialty Network Inc (Charlotte, NC). 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 Badih Elmunzer's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Badih Elmunzer accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and 4 other insurers list Badih Elmunzer 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 Badih Elmunzer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Badih Elmunzer is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland, Atrium Health Pineville, Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health, Atrium Health Union and Atrium Health University City.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Badih Elmunzer was last updated on October 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.