PARAAG CHOWDHARY M.D.
NPI 1699094235
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Augusta, GA

Q: What is Paraag Chowdhary's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paraag Chowdhary is 1699094235. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 21, 2010.

Q: What is Paraag Chowdhary's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paraag Chowdhary was last updated on November 14, 2023. 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.

Active since May 21, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1350 WALTON WAY, AUGUSTA, GA 30901(706) 722-8242(706) 722-8351 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 14, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 14, 2023, Aug 21, 2023, Sep 27, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Paraag Chowdhary M.d. NPPES

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

PARAAG CHOWDHARY M.D. (NPI 1699094235) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Augusta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (95647) and active in the NPI registry since May 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Washington.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699094235

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NamePARAAG CHOWDHARYCredential: M.D.

Location Address1350 WALTON WAYAugusta, GA 30901-2612

Mailing AddressPo Box 1524Augusta, GA 30903-1524 · (706) 722-8242 · Fax (706) 722-8351

Phone(706) 722-8242

Fax(706) 722-8351

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateMay 21, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 14, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 14, 2023

✔ NPI 1699094235 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in GA · 95647

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

1350 WALTON WAY, Augusta, GA 30901

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1110 Irving St NWWashington, DC 20010-3017 · Phone (202) 877-7464

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Paraag Chowdhary 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 ID8729448725

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230724000560

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Paraag Chowdhary reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Piedmont Cardiology Of Atlanta, LLC

141 mi

Cardiovascular Disease

275 COLLIER ROAD, SUITE 300
Atlanta, GA 30309

Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
539 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1275729691 (404) 605-2800

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

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.

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.

41 services39 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

39 services39 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.

34 services34 patients

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

30 services30 patients

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533

A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.

27 services27 patients

Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508

Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.

26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Piedmont Augusta Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Augusta, GA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number110028

Location1350 Walton WayAugusta, GA 30901 · Richmond County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Mcduffie County Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Thomson, GA

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number110111

Location2460 Washington RoadThomson, GA 30824 · Mc Duffie County

Emergency services

Aiken Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Aiken, SC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number420082

Location302 University ParkwayAiken, SC 29801 · Aiken County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30901 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

$164.04 typical visit price

range $53.31 – $164.04

Typical copayment $41.01 (range $13.32 – $41.01)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$66.89 typical visit price

range $16.68 – $133.24

Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

ENOCH BUSULWA LULE M.D.

Internal Medicine

1350 WALTON WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30901

Richmond County (706) 774-5542

DR. MARY TANEOUS MD

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1350 WALTON WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30901

Richmond County (706) 774-5400

PRIYA DHARSHINI RAVINDRAN MD

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)

1350 WALTON WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30901

Richmond County (706) 774-5795

DR. KAILASH B SHARMA MD

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1350 WALTON WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30901

Richmond County (706) 774-5400

MICHEL TANIOS M.D.

Internal Medicine

1350 WALTON WAY, HOSPITALISTS
AUGUSTA, GA 30901

Richmond County (706) 774-7263

FLYNT STEBBINS CONNOR M.S., CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

1350 WALTON WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30901

Richmond County (706) 774-2166

LAURA ENZ

Speech-Language Pathologist

1350 WALTON WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30901

Richmond County (706) 774-2166

CANDACE M CURTIS MD

Anesthesiology

1350 WALTON WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30901

Richmond County (706) 737-6950

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 Paraag Chowdhary's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paraag Chowdhary is 1699094235. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 21, 2010.

Where is Paraag Chowdhary located?

Paraag Chowdhary practices at 1350 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30901. The listed phone number is (706) 722-8242.

What is Paraag Chowdhary's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Paraag Chowdhary enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paraag Chowdhary 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Paraag Chowdhary's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Paraag Chowdhary reassigns Medicare benefits to Piedmont Cardiology Of Atlanta, LLC (Atlanta, GA). The 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 Paraag Chowdhary's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Paraag Chowdhary accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. list Paraag Chowdhary 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 Paraag Chowdhary affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paraag Chowdhary is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, University Mcduffie County Regional Medical Center and Aiken Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paraag Chowdhary was last updated on November 14, 2023. 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.