DR. AMMAR ALIMAM MD
NPI 1770542946
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Ephrata, PA

Q: What is Ammar Alimam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ammar Alimam is 1770542946. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 17, 2006.

Q: What is Ammar Alimam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ammar Alimam was last updated on January 10, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 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.

Active since March 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

446 N READING RD, EPHRATA, PA 17522(717) 738-4334(717) 738-3289 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 10, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 10, 2025, May 15, 2023, Nov 18, 2021 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Dr. Ammar Alimam Md NPPES

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

DR. AMMAR ALIMAM MD (NPI 1770542946) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD068085L) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Highlands Arh Regional Medical Center, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770542946

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X

Provider Legal NameDR. AMMAR ALIMAMCredential: MD

Location Address446 N READING RDEphrata, PA 17522-9802

Mailing AddressPo Box 2379Ashland, KY 41105-2379 · (606) 408-9571 · Fax (606) 408-6061

Phone(717) 738-4334

Fax(717) 738-3289

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988

Enumeration DateMarch 17, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 10, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 10, 2025

✔ NPI 1770542946 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0200X

Licenses✔ Licensed in PA · MD068085L✔ Licensed in NJ · MA70224✔ Licensed in KY · 55521

Definition

An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License MA70224 (NJ), 55521 (KY), MD068085L (PA)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Sports MedicineTaxonomy 207RS0010X · License 55521 (KY)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineTaxonomy 207RS0012X · License MA70224 (NJ)

446 N READING RD, Ephrata, PA 17522

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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 1613 23rd St Ste G10Ashland, KY 41101-2886 · Phone (606) 408-9571 · Fax (606) 408-6061

Location 22350 Freedom Way Ste 202York, PA 17402-8202 · Phone (717) 851-2465 · Fax (717) 741-3043

Location 3850 Tuck StLebanon, PA 17042-7477 · Phone (717) 272-8173 · Fax (717) 272-4029

Location 4601 Norland Ave Ste 100Chambersburg, PA 17201-4235 · Phone (717) 264-1600 · Fax (717) 264-6319

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid8534900NJ

Medicaid7100727760KY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.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. Ammar Alimam 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 ID5193888915

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210322000211, I20210329002581

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 5

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.

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.

102 services51 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.

88 services52 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.

38 services33 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.

34 services33 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.

32 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Highlands Arh Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Prestonsburg, KY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number180005

Location5000 Kentucky Route 321Prestonsburg, KY 41653 · Floyd County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Geisinger-Community Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Scranton, PA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390001

Location1822 Mulberry StreetScranton, PA 18510 · Lackawanna County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lewistown, PA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390048

Location400 Highland AvenueLewistown, PA 17044 · Mifflin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17522 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

$126.34 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$96.82 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 17

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

11 suppliers50 claims50 services$33.51 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers36 claims36 services$73.59 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers29 claims77 services$27.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

10 suppliers45 claims257 services$15.47 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers18 claims104 services$13.86 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

12 suppliers72 claims72 services$46.11 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

15 suppliers61 claims61 services$15.40 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

8 suppliers44 claims44 services$11.36 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

16 suppliers98 claims567 services$1.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7039

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

11 suppliers36 claims36 services$4.95 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

12 suppliers42 claims42 services$10.47 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers18 claims18 services$14.42 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

2 suppliers18 claims18 services$922.82 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers24 claims24 services$26.88 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

1 supplier39 claims39 services$58.29 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier23 claims23 services$30.44 avg. paid by Medicare

Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg J7626

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N

2 suppliers11 claims660 services$0.78 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.

THE PSYCHOLOGY AND MINDFULNESS CENTER, PLLC

Psychologist (Clinical)

446 N READING RD, SUITE 204
EPHRATA, PA 17522

Lancaster County (717) 466-6565

MS. SHANNON TRACEY GAGLIARDI PA-C

Physician Assistant

446 N READING RD
EPHRATA, PA 17522

Lancaster County (717) 738-5275

EUGENE EDWARD SHUMAN JR. PA-C

Physician Assistant

446 N READING RD
EPHRATA, PA 17522

Lancaster County (717) 738-5275

JANINE LOUISE GURTOWSKI PA

Physician Assistant (Surgical)

446 N READING RD
EPHRATA, PA 17522

Lancaster County (717) 738-5275

CRISTOPHER B POSADAS MD

Family Medicine

446 N READING RD
EPHRATA, PA 17522

Lancaster County (610) 371-7700

ERIKA NICHOLE FISHEL CRNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

446 N READING RD
EPHRATA, PA 17522

Lancaster County (717) 738-5275

SOTHEARA KEAT CRNP

Nurse Practitioner

446 N READING RD
EPHRATA, PA 17522

Lancaster County (717) 733-6546

WELLSPAN MEDICAL GROUP

Family Medicine

446 N READING RD
EPHRATA, PA 17522

Lancaster County (717) 721-7718

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 Ammar Alimam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ammar Alimam is 1770542946. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 17, 2006.

Where is Ammar Alimam located?

Ammar Alimam practices at 446 N Reading Rd, Ephrata, PA 17522. The listed phone number is (717) 738-4334.

What is Ammar Alimam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Is Ammar Alimam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ammar Alimam 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 Ammar Alimam accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Ammar Alimam 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 Ammar Alimam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ammar Alimam is affiliated with Highlands Arh Regional Medical Center, Geisinger-Community Medical Center and Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ammar Alimam was last updated on January 10, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 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.