DR. BICHARA CHARLES MUVDI MD
NPI 1679571756
Internal Medicine in Reading, PA

Q: What is Bichara Muvdi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bichara Muvdi is 1679571756. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 12, 2005.

Q: What is Bichara Muvdi's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bichara Muvdi was last updated on March 30, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since July 12, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2500 BERNVILLE RD, READING, PA 19605(610) 378-2000(610) 378-2799 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 30, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

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About Dr. Bichara Charles Muvdi Md NPPES

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

DR. BICHARA CHARLES MUVDI MD (NPI 1679571756) is an individual internal medicine provider in Reading, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD0288E) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Penn State Health St. Joseph, and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679571756

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. BICHARA CHARLES MUVDICredential: MD

Location Address2500 BERNVILLE RDReading, PA 19605

Mailing Address2500 Bernville RdReading, PA 19605-9453 · (610) 378-2000 · Fax (610) 378-2799

Phone(610) 378-2000

Fax(610) 378-2799

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 1980

Enumeration DateJuly 12, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 30, 2020

NPPES CertifiedMarch 30, 2020

✔ NPI 1679571756 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in PA · MD0288E✔ Licensed in PA · 028828E

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.

2500 BERNVILLE RD, Reading, PA 19605

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0009410850001PA

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

Dr. Bichara Charles Muvdi 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 ID9234201104

PECOS Enrollment IDI20091124000557

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 11

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This 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.

526 services299 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

124 services21 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.

116 services105 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

115 services115 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.

32 services31 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

25 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Penn State Health St. Joseph

Acute Care Hospitals · Reading, PA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390096

Location2500 Bernville RoadReading, PA 19605 · Berks County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19605 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

$126.34 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$96.82 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

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 13

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

23 suppliers74 claims171 services$5.90 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

13 suppliers35 claims38 services$0.99 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers11 claims11 services$95.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers11 claims19 services$35.44 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers11 claims41 services$20.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers13 claims13 services$58.00 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.

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