MUHAMMAD A WAQAS MD
NPI 1588239446
Internal Medicine in Cape Girardeau, MO
About Muhammad A Waqas Md NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
MUHAMMAD A WAQAS MD (NPI 1588239446) is an individual internal medicine provider in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2024026021) and active in the NPI registry since May 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast, and is a graduate of Other (2014).
NPPES Registry Identity
Specialties & Licenses
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.
Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS
Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.
Medicare Enrollment Status
Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment
Muhammad A Waqas 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.
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.
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes
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.
This service was performed 50 times for 49 patientsInitial 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.
This service was performed 21 times for 21 patientsFollow-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 149 times for 74 patientsFollow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
This service was performed 21 times for 12 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $30.49 for a new patient copayment and $23.31 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 63701 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204
- Average New Patient Price $121.96
- Minimum New Patient Price $52.28
- Maximum New Patient Price $161.24
- Average New Patient Copayment $30.49
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.07
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.31
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $93.24
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.3
- Maximum Established Patient Price $131.05
- Average Established Patient Copayment $23.31
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.07
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $32.76
* 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. Muhammad Waqas is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCY HOSPITAL SOUTHEAST | 1701 LACEY ST CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701 | (573) 334-4822 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| MERCY HOSPITAL PERRY | 434 NORTH WEST STREET PERRYVILLE, MO 63775 | (573) 547-2536 | Critical Access Hospitals |
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.
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1588239446, enumerated as an "individual" on May 24, 2021.
The provider is located at 1701 LACEY ST CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701 and the phone number is (573) 334-4822.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.
Muhammad Waqas is affiliated with: MERCY HOSPITAL SOUTHEAST and MERCY HOSPITAL PERRY.
