ASCEND MEDICINE PLLC
NPI 1649011966
Ophthalmology - Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Asheville, NC

Q: What is Ascend Medicine PLLC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ascend Medicine PLLC is 1649011966. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2024.

Q: What is Ascend Medicine PLLC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, with taxonomy code 207WX0200X.

Active since June 03, 2024

49 MCDOWELL ST STE B, ASHEVILLE, NC 28801(828) 333-7228 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 3, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

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About Ascend Medicine Pllc NPPES

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

ASCEND MEDICINE PLLC (NPI 1649011966) is a healthcare organization registered as an ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery in Asheville, North Carolina and active in the NPI registry since June 2024. The organization lists Gabriel Scott, Ceo, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649011966

Entity TypeOrganization

Primary Taxonomy207WX0200X

Legal Business NameASCEND MEDICINE PLLC

Location Address49 MCDOWELL ST STE BAsheville, NC 28801-4103

Mailing Address49 Mcdowell St Ste BAsheville, NC 28801-4103

Phone(828) 333-7228

Organization SubpartNo

Authorized OfficialGabriel ScottCeo · (915) 248-8978

Enumeration DateJune 3, 2024

NPPES CertifiedJune 2, 2024

✔ NPI 1649011966 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207WX0200X

Definition

A physician who specializes in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery. This subspecialty combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery, and includes aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose and treat conditions involving the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems and surrounding and supporting structures of the face and neck.

49 MCDOWELL ST STE B, Asheville, NC 28801

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Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Ascend Medicine Pllc is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

Medicare enrollment records show 1 clinician reassigns Medicare billing to Ascend Medicine PLLC, which bills Medicare for the services this clinician delivers.

Clinician (1)

Gabriel Scott, MD

Ophthalmology

NPI 1013445410

8 MEDICAL PARK DR
Asheville, NC 28803

(828) 258-1586

✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare3.9 mi

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 Ascend Medicine PLLC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ascend Medicine PLLC is 1649011966. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2024.

Where is Ascend Medicine PLLC located?

Ascend Medicine PLLC is located at 49 Mcdowell St Ste B, Asheville, NC 28801. The listed phone number is (828) 333-7228.

What is Ascend Medicine PLLC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, with taxonomy code 207WX0200X.

Is Ascend Medicine PLLC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ascend Medicine PLLC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Ascend Medicine PLLC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 1 clinician (Ophthalmology) reassigns their Medicare billing to Ascend Medicine PLLC. A 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 the clinician's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Ascend Medicine PLLC accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Ascend Medicine PLLC 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ascend Medicine PLLC was last updated on June 3, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.