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DR. GEORGE BASSETT HUGHES M.D.
NPI 1700152279
Emergency Medicine in Atlanta, GA

Active since March 28, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
92.26/100
CMS Quality Rating
531 ASBURY CIRCLE HOSPITAL ANX STE N340, ATLANTA, GA 30322(302) 593-8289 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Mar 17, 2018, Jul 18, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. George Bassett Hughes M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GEORGE BASSETT HUGHES M.D. (NPI 1700152279) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (78672) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Chicago.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700152279
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GEORGE BASSETT HUGHESCredential: M.D.
Location Address531 ASBURY CIRCLE HOSPITAL ANX STE N340Atlanta, GA 30322-7232
Mailing Address531 Asbury Circle Hospital Anx Ste N340Atlanta, GA 30322-0001 · (302) 593-8289
Phone(302) 593-8289
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1700152279 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 78672
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
531 ASBURY CIRCLE HOSPITAL ANX STE N340, Atlanta, GA 30322
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11740 W Taylor StChicago, IL 60612-7232 · Phone (866) 600-2273

Other Identifiers 1

Other78672GA · State License

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. George Bassett Hughes 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 ID5698085751
PECOS Enrollment IDI20171025000749
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 6

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
154 services154 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
145 services127 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.
48 services48 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
41 services41 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.
27 services27 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Emory University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110010
Location1364 Clifton Road, NEAtlanta, GA 30322 · De Kalb County
Emergency services

Emory University Hospital Midtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110078
Location550 Peachtree Street, NEAtlanta, GA 30308 · Fulton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30322 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
$88.06 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $22.01 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$100.20 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $25.05 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
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.

92.26/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.83
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Hughes's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Hughes is 1700152279. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2012.

Where is George Hughes located?

George Hughes practices at 531 Asbury Circle Hospital Anx Ste N340, Atlanta, GA 30322. The listed phone number is (302) 593-8289.

What is George Hughes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is George Hughes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. George Hughes 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 George Hughes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, George Hughes is affiliated with Emory University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for George Hughes was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.