DR. MERAL K EL RAMAHI MD
NPI 1811317746
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Nashville, TN

Active since April 17, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 322-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 21, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 6, 2024, Aug 18, 2021, Dec 14, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Meral K El Ramahi Md NPPES

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

DR. MERAL K EL RAMAHI MD (NPI 1811317746) is an individual rheumatology provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Indiana (01079195A) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ferrell Hospital Community Foundations, and is a graduate of University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811317746
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameDR. MERAL K EL RAMAHICredential: MD
Location Address3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINICNashville, TN 37232-0001
Mailing Address719 Thompson LnNashville, TN 37204-3609 · (615) 936-2000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 21, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 21, 2024
NPI 1811317746 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License Licensed in IN · 01079195A
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 57706 (TN)
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 01079195A (IN), 57706 (TN)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, Nashville, TN 37232

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid300053480IN

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. Meral K El Ramahi 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 ID3577865591
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210819000393
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 4

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.

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
94 services26 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
77 services41 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
19 services19 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.
15 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Ferrell Hospital Community Foundations

Critical Access Hospitals · Eldorado, IL
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number141324
Location1201 Pine StreetEldorado, IL 62930 · Saline County
Emergency services

Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Vincennes, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number150042
Location520 S 7th StVincennes, IN 47591 · Knox County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Deaconess Hospital Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Evansville, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150082
Location600 Mary StEvansville, IN 47710 · Vanderburgh County
Emergency services

Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Jasper, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150115
Location800 W 9th StJasper, IN 47546 · Dubois County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Gibson General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Princeton, IN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number151319
Location1808 Sherman DrPrinceton, IN 47670 · Gibson County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37232 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

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.

Pediatrics (Pediatric Cardiology)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Family Medicine
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Psychologist (Clinical Child & Adolescent)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Nurse Practitioner
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

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 Meral El Ramahi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Meral El Ramahi is 1811317746. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2014.

Where is Meral El Ramahi located?

Meral El Ramahi practices at 3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232. The listed phone number is (615) 322-3000.

What is Meral El Ramahi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Meral El Ramahi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Meral El Ramahi 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 Meral El Ramahi accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian and CareSource list Meral El Ramahi 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 Meral El Ramahi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Meral El Ramahi is affiliated with Ferrell Hospital Community Foundations, Good Samaritan Hospital, Deaconess Hospital Inc, Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center and Gibson General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Meral El Ramahi was last updated on February 21, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.