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GEORGE BECHIR M.D.
NPI 1649685306
Hospitalist in Dyer, IN

Active since June 21, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
24 JOLIET ST, DYER, IN 46311(219) 852-1524(219) 933-2288 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 18, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 16, 2021, Oct 29, 2019, Jun 15, 2018 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

About George Bechir M.d. NPPES

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

GEORGE BECHIR M.D. (NPI 1649685306) is an individual hospitalist provider in Dyer, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01078747A) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Franciscan Health Dyer, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649685306
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameGEORGE BECHIRCredential: M.D.
Location Address24 JOLIET STDyer, IN 46311-1705
Mailing AddressPo Box 781076Detroit, MI 48278-1076 · (317) 528-4800 · Fax (317) 865-1479
Phone(219) 852-1524
Fax(219) 933-2288
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateApril 18, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 18, 2025
✔ NPI 1649685306 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IN · 01078747A✔ Licensed in IL · 036145131
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 125064898 (IL), 01078747A (IN)
24 JOLIET ST, Dyer, IN 46311
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 12525 S Michigan Ave, INTERNAL MEDICINE PROGRAM COORDINATORChicago, IL 60616-2315 · Phone (562) 392-0983
Location 25454 Hohman AveHammond, IN 46320 · Phone (219) 932-2300

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid300004498IN
OtherM47140275IN · Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.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

George Bechir 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 ID8123399664
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170802001655
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 9

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.
426 services172 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
185 services152 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.
138 services135 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.
112 services112 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-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.
24 services17 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
23 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Franciscan Health Dyer

Acute Care Hospitals · Dyer, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number150090
Location24 Joliet StDyer, IN 46311 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Munster, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150125
Location901 Macarthur BlvdMunster, IN 46321 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Munster

Acute Care Hospitals · Munster, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150165
Location701 Superior AveMunster, IN 46321 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46311 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
$122.49 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $30.62 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with detachable arms E0165
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$8.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers40 claims40 services$62.15 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$13.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier28 claims28 services$30.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

FRED ANTHONY LEPORE JR.
Emergency Medicine
24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Lake County (708) 895-9385
FRANCISCAN PHYSICIANS HOSPITAL, LLC
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
24 JOLIET ST, SUITE 101
DYER, IN 46311
Lake County (219) 864-2059
GAIL LYNN NORTON-HALE LMFT,LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Lake County (219) 322-5747
DR. BRIAN P JULA PSYD
Psychologist (Clinical)
24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Lake County (219) 322-5747
JEANNIE BORAM UR MD
Hospitalist
24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Lake County (219) 852-1524
CHRISTOPHER FRANCIS SHAHZAAD M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Lake County (219) 322-5747
ESHWAR NAGRAJ MURTHY
Hospitalist
24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Lake County (219) 852-1524
KYSE OSSAMA ZORUB
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Lake County (708) 307-5098

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 George Bechir's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Bechir is 1649685306. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2014.

Where is George Bechir located?

George Bechir practices at 24 Joliet St, Dyer, IN 46311. The listed phone number is (219) 852-1524.

What is George Bechir's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is George Bechir enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. George Bechir 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 George Bechir accept?

Health plans from CareSource list George Bechir 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 George Bechir affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, George Bechir is affiliated with Franciscan Health Dyer, Community Hospital and Franciscan Health Munster.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for George Bechir was last updated on April 18, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.