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DR. GHASSAN KABBACH M.D
NPI 1730596040
Internal Medicine in Carlsbad, NM

Active since July 18, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.75/100
CMS Quality Rating
2430 W PIERCE ST, CARLSBAD, NM 88220(575) 887-4100 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 12, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 12, 2026, Jul 3, 2025, May 20, 2025 and 5 more (8 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Ghassan Kabbach M.d NPPES

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

DR. GHASSAN KABBACH M.D (NPI 1730596040) is an individual internal medicine provider in Carlsbad, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2022-1193) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lincoln County Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730596040
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GHASSAN KABBACHCredential: M.D
Location Address2430 W PIERCE STCarlsbad, NM 88220-3553
Mailing AddressPo Box 680060Franklin, TN 37068-0060 · (877) 848-1457
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJuly 18, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 12, 20268 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 12, 2026
NPI 1730596040 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses Licensed in NM · MD2022-1193 Licensed in CA · C193091 Licensed in AZ · 53863
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.
2430 W PIERCE ST, Carlsbad, NM 88220

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 127700 Medical Center RdMission Viejo, CA 92691-6426 · Phone (949) 365-2468 · Fax (949) 365-3896
Location 2350 W Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85013-4496 · Phone (602) 406-3000

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

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

Dr. Ghassan Kabbach 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 ID1759653710
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170825001076, I20230109002856, I20250717001281
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 7

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.

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.
290 services126 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.
131 services128 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.
110 services64 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.
87 services82 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
20 services20 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.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lincoln County Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Ruidoso, NM
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number321306
Location211 Sudderth DriveRuidoso, NM 88345 · Lincoln County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 88220 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
$126.21 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $31.55 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.38 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
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.

97.75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost92.52

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.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers48 claims48 services$15.70 avg. paid by Medicare
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
4 suppliers50 claims50 services$80.03 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.

Anesthesiology
2430 W PIERCE ST
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Specialist/Technologist, Other (Surgical Assistant)
2430 W PIERCE ST
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2430 W PIERCE ST
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Emergency Medicine
2430 W PIERCE ST
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2430 W PIERCE ST
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Rehabilitation Unit
2430 W PIERCE ST
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Hospitalist
2430 W PIERCE ST
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Nurse Practitioner
2430 W PIERCE ST
CARLSBAD, NM 88220

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 Ghassan Kabbach's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ghassan Kabbach is 1730596040. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 18, 2014.

Where is Ghassan Kabbach located?

Ghassan Kabbach practices at 2430 W Pierce St, Carlsbad, NM 88220. The listed phone number is (575) 887-4100.

What is Ghassan Kabbach's specialty?

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

Is Ghassan Kabbach enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ghassan Kabbach 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 Ghassan Kabbach accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Medica and Oscar Insurance Company list Ghassan Kabbach 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 Ghassan Kabbach affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ghassan Kabbach is affiliated with Lincoln County Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ghassan Kabbach was last updated on August 12, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 days 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.