WAKKAS TAYARA M.D.
NPI 1710916564
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Gulfport, MS

Active since July 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
1391 BROAD AVE, GULFPORT, MS 39501(228) 392-7429(228) 396-3830 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 14, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Wakkas Tayara M.d. NPPES

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

WAKKAS TAYARA M.D. (NPI 1710916564) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Gulfport, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (18677) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Merit Health Biloxi, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710916564
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameWAKKAS TAYARACredential: M.D.
Location Address1391 BROAD AVEGulfport, MS 39501-2419
Mailing Address1720a Medical Park Dr, Suite 340Biloxi, MS 39532-2129 · (228) 392-7429 · Fax (228) 396-3830
Fax(228) 396-3830
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateJuly 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 14, 2010
NPI 1710916564 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
License Licensed in MS · 18677
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
1391 BROAD AVE, Gulfport, MS 39501

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid00124636MS
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified060000545MS
Medicare UPINF77145MS

Accepted 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

Wakkas Tayara 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 ID5193884807
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081111000185, I20240509002120
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 31

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.

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.
1,662 services881 patients
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.
700 services370 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
344 services132 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
234 services216 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
220 services158 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.
196 services168 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Merit Health Biloxi

Acute Care Hospitals · Biloxi, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250007
Location150 Reynoir StreetBiloxi, MS 39530 · Harrison County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hospital At Gulfport

Acute Care Hospitals · Gulfport, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250019
Location4500 13th StreetGulfport, MS 39502 · Harrison County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Singing River Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Pascagoula, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250040
Location2809 Denny AvenuePascagoula, MS 39581 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Singing River Gulfport

Acute Care Hospitals · Gulfport, MS
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250123
Location15200 Community RoadGulfport, MS 39503 · Harrison County
Emergency services

Ochsner Medical Center-Hancock

Acute Care Hospitals · Bay Saint Louis, MS
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250162
Location149 Drinkwater BlvdBay Saint Louis, MS 39520 · Hancock County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39501 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
$120.41 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$64.96 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $16.24 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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.

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.

93.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality83.08
Promoting Interoperability88
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$91.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$34.10 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 11

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1391 BROAD AVE
GULFPORT, MS 39501
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Acute Care)
1391 BROAD AVE
GULFPORT, MS 39501
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1391 BROAD AVE
GULFPORT, MS 39501
Nurse Practitioner
1391 BROAD AVE
GULFPORT, MS 39501
Nurse Practitioner
1391 BROAD AVE
GULFPORT, MS 39501
Nurse Practitioner
1391 BROAD AVE
GULFPORT, MS 39501
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1391 BROAD AVE
GULFPORT, MS 39501
Nurse Practitioner
1391 BROAD AVE
GULFPORT, MS 39501

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 Wakkas Tayara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Wakkas Tayara is 1710916564. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 2, 2006.

Where is Wakkas Tayara located?

Wakkas Tayara practices at 1391 Broad Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501. The listed phone number is (228) 392-7429.

What is Wakkas Tayara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Wakkas Tayara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Wakkas Tayara 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 Wakkas Tayara accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 5 other insurers list Wakkas Tayara 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 Wakkas Tayara affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Wakkas Tayara is affiliated with Merit Health Biloxi, Memorial Hospital At Gulfport, Singing River Health System, Singing River Gulfport and Ochsner Medical Center-Hancock.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Wakkas Tayara was last updated on January 14, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.