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CHELENG Q BRIFKANI MD
NPI 1649792896
Internal Medicine in Rochester, NY

Active since July 10, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
601 ELMWOOD AVE, ROCHESTER, NY 14642(585) 275-4912 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 30, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 30, 2025, Nov 14, 2024, Feb 8, 2024 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

About Cheleng Q Brifkani Md NPPES

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

CHELENG Q BRIFKANI MD (NPI 1649792896) is an individual internal medicine provider in Rochester, New York, licensed in New York (311938) and active in the NPI registry since July 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Newark-wayne Community Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649792896
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHELENG Q BRIFKANICredential: MD
Location Address601 ELMWOOD AVERochester, NY 14642-0001
Mailing Address601 Elmwood Ave Box MedRochester, NY 14642-0001
Phone(585) 275-4912
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJune 30, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 30, 2025
✔ NPI 1649792896 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 311938
Definition
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.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 311938 (NY)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, Rochester, NY 14642
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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

Cheleng Q Brifkani 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.

PECOS PAC ID8921364944
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210728000356
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 4

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 nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
144 services53 patients
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.
80 services35 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
43 services41 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
26 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Newark-Wayne Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newark, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330030
Location111 Driving Park AvenueNewark, NY 14513 · Wayne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Clifton Springs Hospital And Clinic

Acute Care Hospitals · Clifton Springs, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330265
Location2 Coulter RoadClifton Springs, NY 14432 · Ontario County
Emergency services

Strong Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330285
Location601 Elmwood AveRochester, NY 14642 · Monroe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14642 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.08 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $24.27 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

95.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality70.62
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

CARIE E BRADT RPA-C
Physician Assistant
601 ELMWOOD AVE
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-6070
DR. RITA DADIZ DO
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 635
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-7787
DR. SCOTT ROSS SCHIFFMAN M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 648
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-1128
SARAH ANNE ROSSI FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 652
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 279-5100
JIMENA CUBILLOS MD
Urology (Pediatric Urology)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 656
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-3342
MRS. ANNE SCHERBERGER KEEFER RN NP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 704
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-5307
SCOTT OVERHOLT DDS
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 705
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-7978
MS. SARAH L AVERILL MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
601 ELMWOOD AVE
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-2100

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 Cheleng Brifkani's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cheleng Brifkani is 1649792896. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2017.

Where is Cheleng Brifkani located?

Cheleng Brifkani practices at 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642. The listed phone number is (585) 275-4912.

What is Cheleng Brifkani's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Cheleng Brifkani enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cheleng Brifkani 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.

Is Cheleng Brifkani affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cheleng Brifkani is affiliated with Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, Clifton Springs Hospital And Clinic and Strong Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cheleng Brifkani was last updated on June 30, 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.