DR. PAUL R RINGELMAN M.D.
NPI 1598761140
Surgery - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Baltimore, MD
Quality Rating: 12.29 out of 100 score
NPI Status: Active since June 28, 2005
Contact Information
7505 OSLER DR
STE 403
BALTIMORE, MD
ZIP 21204
Phone: (410) 823-3885
Fax: (410) 823-6888
- Individual
- Male
- Surgery
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About PAUL RINGELMAN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Paul Ringelman, a provider established in Baltimore, Maryland with a medical specialization in Surgery, focusing in plastic and reconstructive surgery . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1598761140 assigned on June 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2086S0122X with license number D0032637 (MD). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.
- NPI
- 1598761140
- Provider Name
- DR. PAUL R RINGELMAN M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 7505 OSLER DR STE 403 BALTIMORE, MD 21204
- Location Phone
- (410) 823-3885
- Location Fax
- (410) 823-6888
- Mailing Address
- 7505 OSLER DR STE 403 BALTIMORE, MD 21204
- Mailing Phone
- (410) 823-3885
- Mailing Fax
- (410) 823-6888
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-28-2005
- Last Update Date
- 09-30-2020
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Surgery Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Taxonomy Code
- 2086S0122X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- D0032637
- License State
- MD
- Taxonomy Description
- A surgeon who specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 520913207 | OTHER (01) | MD | CORP TAX ID |
| 52665001 | OTHER (01) | MD | CAREFIRST BLUE SHIELD |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Paul Ringelman 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
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.
Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 1.1-2.5 cm
Complicated repair of wound of scalp, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.5 cm
Complicated repair of wound of scalp, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm
Complicated repair of wound of trunk, 2.6-7.5 cm
Creation of flap graft to forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet
Creation of flap graft to scalp, arms, or legs
Creation of flap graft to trunk
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Full thickness skin graft to nose, ears, eyelids, or lips, 20.0 sq cm or less
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional
Preparation of skin graft site of face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, around eyes, genitals, hands, feet, fingers, or toes, 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less
Punch biopsy, each additional skin growth
Punch biopsy, first skin growth
Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm
Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 2.1-3.0 cm
Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 3.1-4.0 cm
Removal of cancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 1.1-2.0 cm
Removal of cancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 2.1-3.0 cm
Removal of cancer skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 2.1-3.0 cm
Removal of noncancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm
Removal of noncancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 2.1-3.0 cm
Repair of wound by transferring skin, 30.1-60.0 sq cm
Repair of wound of eyelids, nose, ears, or lips by transferring skin, 10.0 sq cm or less
Repair of wound of eyelids, nose, ears, or lips by transferring skin, 10.1-30.0 sq cm
Repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet by transferring skin, 10.1-30.0 sq cm
Repair of wound of scalp, arms, or legs by transferring skin, 10.1-30.0 sq cm
This procedure involves the complex repair of a wound in areas like the forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, hands, or feet. The wound size is between 1.1-2.5 cm. This repair may involve multiple layers of sutures and could require reconstruction of the skin.
This service was performed 19 times for 19 patientsThis is a surgical procedure to mend a complex wound between 1.1 to 2.5 cm on your scalp, arm, or leg. It involves cleaning the wound, removing any damaged tissue, and stitching the skin back together. This helps the wound heal properly and reduces the risk of infection.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsThis is a procedure to repair a complex wound on your scalp, arm, or leg that is 2.6-7.5 cm long. It involves cleaning, removing damaged tissue, and stitching the wound to promote healing. It's performed under local or general anesthesia.
This service was performed 36 times for 36 patientsThis service involves the intricate repair of a wound on your body's main structure, between your neck and limbs. The wound measures 2.6-7.5 cm. The procedure includes deep-layer stitching and may involve repairing damaged tissue.
This service was performed 44 times for 41 patientsA flap graft is a surgical procedure where skin and tissue are moved from one area of the body to another. This is often done to repair areas affected by injury, disease, or surgery. The procedure helps restore function and appearance to the targeted region.
This service was performed 34 times for 33 patientsA flap graft procedure involves moving healthy skin, with its blood supply, from one area of your body to your scalp, arm, or leg. This can help heal areas affected by injury or disease. It's a common and safe procedure.
This service was performed 44 times for 42 patientsA flap graft to the trunk is a surgical procedure where a piece of tissue, along with its blood supply, is moved from one area of the body to the trunk. This helps to repair areas with insufficient skin or tissue, promoting better healing and recovery.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
This service was performed 71 times for 65 patientsThis is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
This service was performed 253 times for 222 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
This service was performed 191 times for 172 patientsA full thickness skin graft is a procedure where a layer of skin is taken from one area of the body and transplanted to another. If it's done on the nose, ears, eyelids, or lips, it helps restore these areas when damaged. The size of the graft is 20.0 sq cm or less.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
This service was performed 136 times for 136 patientsThis is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
This service was performed 129 times for 129 patientsThis service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
This service was performed 39 times for 36 patientsThis procedure involves preparing a specific area of your body, such as the face, scalp, neck, or extremities, for a skin graft. A skin graft is a surgical procedure where healthy skin is transferred to an area of the body that has lost skin. This preparation ensures the graft will take hold effectively.
This service was performed 21 times for 21 patientsA punch biopsy is a procedure where a small, circular tool removes a sample of your skin growth. This allows for testing to identify the nature of the growth. If there are multiple growths, each additional one may also need a biopsy.
This service was performed 38 times for 28 patientsA punch biopsy is a procedure where a small, circular tool is used to remove a sample of skin tissue. This is usually done to test a skin growth for potential issues. You may feel a pinch, but discomfort is minimal. The area heals quickly.
This service was performed 102 times for 94 patientsThis procedure involves the surgical removal of a cancerous skin growth on the body, arms, or legs. The growth is between 1.1 and 2.0 cm in size. The goal is to eliminate cancer cells and prevent them from spreading to other parts of the body.
This service was performed 18 times for 16 patientsThis procedure involves the removal of a cancerous skin growth, between 2.1 and 3.0 cm, from the body, arms, or legs. The area is numbed, then the growth is carefully cut out. The goal is to eliminate all cancer cells while minimizing scarring.
This service was performed 61 times for 57 patientsThis procedure involves removing a cancerous skin growth measuring 3.1-4.0 cm on the body, arms, or legs. The area is numbed, then the growth is carefully cut out. The wound is stitched for healing. Regular follow-ups ensure complete removal and recovery.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsThis procedure involves the surgical removal of a cancerous skin growth on the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth. The growth is between 1.1-2.0 cm in size. This is done to prevent the cancer from spreading and to restore health.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsThis procedure involves the careful removal of a cancerous growth on the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth that measures between 2.1 to 3.0 cm. The goal is to eliminate the cancer while preserving surrounding healthy tissue.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 patientsThis procedure involves removing a cancerous growth on the scalp, neck, hands, or feet that measures between 2.1 and 3.0 cm. The process includes numbing the area, excising the growth, and then stitching the wound for healing. The aim is to eliminate cancer cells and prevent spread.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 patientsThis procedure involves the removal of a noncancerous skin growth on the body, arms, or legs that is between 1.1 and 2.0 cm in size. It's a safe and routine procedure performed by a medical professional to improve your skin health and appearance.
This service was performed 45 times for 24 patientsThis is a procedure where a noncancerous skin growth, sized 2.1-3.0 cm, on the body, arms, or legs is removed. It's typically done under local anesthesia. The process involves cutting out the growth and stitching the skin back together. The aim is to eliminate discomfort and prevent potential health issues.
This service was performed 40 times for 39 patientsThis procedure involves repairing a wound by moving healthy skin from one area of the body to the wound site. The transferred skin, measuring between 30.1-60.0 square cm, aids in healing and reduces scarring.
This service was performed 26 times for 25 patientsThis procedure involves repairing a wound on the eyelids, nose, ears, or lips by moving a small piece of skin (10.0 sq cm or less) from one area to another. The goal is to heal the wound and restore the function and appearance of the affected area.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsThis procedure involves repairing a wound on the eyelids, nose, ears, or lips by transferring skin from another part of the body. The size of the skin transferred will be between 10.1 to 30.0 square centimeters. It is performed to restore function and appearance.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsThis procedure involves repairing a wound on specified body areas by transferring skin from another part of the body. The transferred skin, measuring between 10.1 to 30.0 square cm, aids in healing the wound and restoring the skin's normal function.
This service was performed 19 times for 17 patientsThis procedure involves repairing a wound on your scalp, arm, or leg by moving skin from another part of your body. The skin transferred will cover an area between 10.1 to 30.0 square cm. This helps promote healing and reduce scarring.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsOverall MIPS Quality Performance
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 12.29, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.
The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.
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Final Score: 12.29 out of 100
The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.
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Quality Score: 0
The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.
There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.
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Promoting Interoperability Score: N/A
The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.
The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data. -
Improvement Activities Score: 0
The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.
The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores. -
Cost Score: 40.97
The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores. -
Cost Score: 40.97
The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report | 1% | 436 |
| Percentage of patients with referrals, regardless of age, for which the referring provider receives a report from the provider to whom the patient was referred | ||
| Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | 98% | 1418 |
| Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter. This list must include ALL known prescriptions, over-the-counters, herbals, and vitamin/mineral/dietary (nutritional) supplements AND must contain the medications' name, dosage, frequency and route of administration | ||
| e-Prescribing | 77% | 335 |
| At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology. | ||
| Patient-Specific Education | 77% | 1745 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan | 90% | 1009 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous twelve months of the current encounter Normal Parameters: Age 18 years and older BMI >= 18.5 and < 25 kg/m2 | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization | 93% | 374 |
| Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization | ||
| Provide 24/7 Access to MIPS Eligible Clinicians or Groups Who Have Real-Time Access to Patient's Medical Record | Yes | N/A |
| • Provide 24/7 access to MIPS eligible clinicians, groups, or care teams for advice about urgent and emergent care (e.g., MIPS eligible clinician and care team access to medical record, cross-coverage with access to medical record, or protocol-driven nurse line with access to medical record) that could include one or more of the following: • Expanded hours in evenings and weekends with access to the patient medical record (e.g., coordinate with small practices to provide alternate hour office visits and urgent care); • Use of alternatives to increase access to care team by MIPS eligible clinicians and groups, such as e-visits, phone visits, group visits, home visits and alternate locations (e.g., senior centers and assisted living centers); and/or Provision of same-day or next-day access to a consistent MIPS eligible clinician, group or care team when needed for urgent care or transition management. | ||
| Provide Patient Access | 21% | 1745 |
| At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold certain information. | ||
| Secure Messaging | 0% | 1745 |
| For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure message sent by the patient (or the patient-authorized representative) during the performance period. | ||
| Security Risk Analysis | Yes | N/A |
| Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process. | ||
| Specialized Registry Reporting | Yes | N/A |
| The MIPS eligible clinician is in active engagement to submit data to specialized registry. To earn a 5 % bonus in the promoting interoperability performance category score for submitting to one or more public health or clinical data registries also attest to PI_TRANS_PHCDRR_3_MULTI. | ||
| Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly | 0% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 611 |
| Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication. 2) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least two of the same high-risk medication | ||
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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 1598761140, we treat the final digit (0) 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 70. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 70 = 0).
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.
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.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 70 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1598761140, enumerated as an "individual" on June 28, 2005.
The provider is located at 7505 OSLER DR STE 403 BALTIMORE, MD 21204 and the phone number is (410) 823-3885.
Surgery with taxonomy code 2086S0122X and a focus in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
