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SILVIU ALEXANDRU LOCOVEI MD
NPI 1679734271
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Saint Joseph, MI

Active since June 17, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.17/100
CMS Quality Rating
1234 NAPIER AVE, SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085(269) 985-4632 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 14, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 18, 2021, Mar 12, 2021, Oct 20, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Silviu Alexandru Locovei Md NPPES

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

SILVIU ALEXANDRU LOCOVEI MD (NPI 1679734271) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Saint Joseph, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301106607) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lakeland Hospital, St Joseph, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679734271
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameSILVIU ALEXANDRU LOCOVEICredential: MD
Location Address1234 NAPIER AVESaint Joseph, MI 49085-2112
Mailing Address1234 Napier AveSaint Joseph, MI 49085-2112 · (269) 985-4632
Phone(269) 985-4632
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJune 17, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 14, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 14, 2024
✔ NPI 1679734271 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MI · 4301106607✔ Licensed in IL · 036-149250
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
1234 NAPIER AVE, Saint Joseph, MI 49085
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11535 GULL RD STE 105KALAMAZOO, MI 49048-1630 · Phone (269) 385-9900 · Fax (269) 385-2140
Location 21725 W Harrison St Ste 207Chicago, IL 60612-3988 · Phone (312) 942-5861

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

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

Silviu Alexandru Locovei 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 ID345414405
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150930002715
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.

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
61 services61 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
32 services32 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
32 services32 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
29 services29 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.
27 services21 patients
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito G0500
Moderate sedation is a method where a physician uses medication to help you relax during a gastrointestinal endoscopy. An independent trained observer will be present to monitor your vital signs and ensure your safety throughout the procedure. It's a common and safe practice.
25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Lakeland Hospital, St Joseph

Acute Care Hospitals · St Joseph, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230021
Location1234 Napier AvenueSt Joseph, MI 49085 · Berrien County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Borgess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kalamazoo, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230117
Location1521 Gull RoadKalamazoo, MI 49048 · Kalamazoo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49085 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
$126.15 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

74.17/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality69.9
Improvement Activities40
Cost69.08

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
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
80%69 patients4/55-star benchmark: 95%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
65%416 patients4/55-star benchmark: 85%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
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.
82%1,536 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
97%946 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
88%299 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
29%120 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
95%616 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
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.
68%931 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
35%299 patients2/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
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…
67%901 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
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
51%320 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 98% · 375 patients
Patients tobacco: 47% · 72 patients
88%375 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
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…
98%931 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
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…
5%931 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
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.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 299 patients
1%299 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

HANY S MESIHA MD
Internal Medicine
1234 NAPIER AVE
SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085
Berrien County (269) 983-8300
CORY MINIER SCHMIDT MD
Pediatrics
1234 NAPIER AVE
SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085
Berrien County (269) 985-4632
JORDAN ANDERSON
Occupational Therapist
1234 NAPIER AVE
SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085
Berrien County (269) 983-8332
DR. KAREN J DYER M.D.
Pediatrics
1234 NAPIER AVE
SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085
Berrien County (269) 985-4632
MR. NATHAN JOHN JORDAN MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1234 NAPIER AVE
ST JOSEPH, MI 49085
Berrien County (269) 983-8300
DR. JAMES G. SISAMIS MD
Anesthesiology
1234 NAPIER AVE
SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085
Berrien County (269) 428-0118
DR. DIEGO P BETITA MD
Anesthesiology
1234 NAPIER AVE
SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085
Berrien County (269) 428-0118
DR. JESSICA LYNN HAMILL SCHINDLER D.O.
Emergency Medicine
1234 NAPIER AVE, LAKELAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085
Berrien County (269) 982-4941

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 Silviu Locovei's NPI number?

The NPI number for Silviu Locovei is 1679734271. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2008.

Where is Silviu Locovei located?

Silviu Locovei practices at 1234 Napier Ave, Saint Joseph, MI 49085. The listed phone number is (269) 985-4632.

What is Silviu Locovei's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Silviu Locovei enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Silviu Locovei 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 Silviu Locovei accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 2 other insurers list Silviu Locovei 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 Silviu Locovei affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Silviu Locovei is affiliated with Lakeland Hospital, St Joseph and Borgess Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Silviu Locovei was last updated on October 14, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 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.