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DR. AVA A KAUFMAN M.D.
NPI 1790836138
Internal Medicine in Bethesda, MD

Active since January 14, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
37.65/100
CMS Quality Rating
8218 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE 103, BETHESDA, MD 20814(301) 215-8480(301) 215-8401 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 2, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Ava A Kaufman M.d. NPPES

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

DR. AVA A KAUFMAN M.D. (NPI 1790836138) is an individual internal medicine provider in Bethesda, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D26259) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790836138
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. AVA A KAUFMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address8218 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE 103Bethesda, MD 20814-3107
Mailing Address8218 Wisconsin Ave, Suite 103Bethesda, MD 20814-3107 · (301) 215-8480 · Fax (301) 215-8401
Phone(301) 215-8480
Fax(301) 215-8401
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSClvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv UniversityGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateJanuary 14, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 2, 2008
✔ NPI 1790836138 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MD · D26259
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.
8218 WISCONSIN AVE, Bethesda, MD 20814
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINA74951MD
Medicare PIN631103MD

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. Ava A Kaufman 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 ID5193891075
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080828000372
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 10

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
474 services282 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
470 services294 patients
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211
This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
286 services229 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.
271 services167 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.
268 services243 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
236 services236 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20814 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
$147.85 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $36.96 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$113.72 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $28.43 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

37.65/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities40
Cost25.53

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.

Irrigation tray with bulb or piston syringe, any purpose A4320
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$4.69 avg. paid by Medicare
Lightweight wheelchair K0003
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$23.91 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.

DR. ALBERT K LEE MD
Internal Medicine
8218 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE 105
BETHESDA, MD 20814
Montgomery County (301) 652-3790
LOUIS KOZLOFF, M.D. & HUGH TROUT, M.D.,P.A.
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
8218 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE 204
BETHESDA, MD 20814
Montgomery County (301) 652-1209
SUSAN J MILLER M.D.
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
8218 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE NUMBER 305
BETHESDA, MD 20814
Montgomery County (301) 664-9601
CAROLYN A WYATT M,A,
Audiologist
8218 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE 106
BETHESDA, MD 20814
Montgomery County (301) 656-1933
DR. JEAN-PIERRE MARCEL FAURE MD
Family Medicine
8218 WISCONSIN AVE, STE P 9
BETHESDA, MD 20814
Montgomery County (301) 656-0128
DR. M LINDA M THOMPSON MD
Family Medicine
8218 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE 215
BETHESDA, MD 20814
Montgomery County (301) 652-5454
SURGERY CENTER OF BETHESDA, INC.
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
8218 WISCONSIN AVE, SUITE P-14
BETHESDA, MD 20814
Montgomery County (301) 656-6055
HENDRIX HEALTH & CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
8218 WISCONSIN AVE
BETHESDA, MD 20814
Montgomery County (301) 664-9601

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 Ava Kaufman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ava Kaufman is 1790836138. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 14, 2007.

Where is Ava Kaufman located?

Ava Kaufman practices at 8218 Wisconsin Ave Suite 103, Bethesda, MD 20814. The listed phone number is (301) 215-8480.

What is Ava Kaufman's specialty?

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

Is Ava Kaufman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ava Kaufman 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ava Kaufman was last updated on October 2, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.