DR. HIEP CONG NGUYEN MD
NPI 1821189937
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Gainesville, FL

Q: What is Hiep Nguyen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hiep Nguyen is 1821189937. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2006.

Q: What is Hiep Nguyen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hiep Nguyen was last updated on April 29, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since September 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1600 SW ARCHER RD, GAINESVILLE, FL 32610(352) 265-0535(352) 627-4173 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2024, Feb 11, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Hiep Cong Nguyen Md NPPES

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

DR. HIEP CONG NGUYEN MD (NPI 1821189937) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME138061) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Uf Health Leesburg Hospital, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821189937

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. HIEP CONG NGUYENCredential: MD

Location Address1600 SW ARCHER RDGainesville, FL 32610-4910

Mailing AddressPo Box 100286Gainesville, FL 32610-0286 · (352) 265-0535 · Fax (352) 627-4173

Phone(352) 265-0535

Fax(352) 627-4173

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1985

Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2024

✔ NPI 1821189937 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME138061✔ Licensed in DE · C10004586

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

1600 SW ARCHER RD, Gainesville, FL 32610

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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 1720 W Oak St Ste 360Kissimmee, FL 34741-4910 · Phone (407) 846-0090 · Fax (407) 846-0072

Location 2600 E Dixie AveLeesburg, FL 34748-5925 · Phone (352) 323-5762

Location 3700 Doctors CtLeesburg, FL 34748-7314 · Phone (352) 787-9838

Location 41400 N US Highway 441 Ste 526The Villages, FL 32159-8984 · Phone (352) 751-8960

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AvMed, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Hiep Cong Nguyen 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 ID9436251642

PECOS Enrollment IDI20190724002287

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 11

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 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.

71 services29 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.

55 services53 patients

Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508

Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.

41 services41 patients

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

29 services29 patients

Exclusion of appendage of left upper chamber of heart performed during other procedure on chest 33268

This is a procedure done on the heart's left upper chamber (atrium). The small pouch-like appendage is sealed off during another chest procedure. This is done to reduce the risk of blood clots forming and causing strokes.

27 services27 patients

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533

A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.

26 services26 patients

Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 2 grafts 33518

A coronary artery bypass with 2 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. A surgeon takes a healthy vein or artery from your body and attaches it to the blocked coronary artery. This creates a new path for blood to flow, bypassing the blockage.

24 services24 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.

20 services20 patients

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 2 grafts 33534

A Coronary Artery Bypass with 2 grafts is a heart procedure. It involves taking healthy blood vessels from another part of your body and using them to bypass, or go around, blocked arteries in your heart. This helps improve blood flow to your heart.

16 services16 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

16 services16 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.

15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Uf Health Leesburg Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Leesburg, FL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100084

Location600 E Dixie AveLeesburg, FL 34748 · Lake County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Villages Regional Hospital, The

Acute Care Hospitals · The Villages, FL

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100290

Location1451 El Camino RealThe Villages, FL 32159 · Lake County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32610 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

$171.84 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $42.96 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$70.04 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

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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. BAHAREH EBADIFAR KEITH DO

Pediatrics

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-0462

AFRASYAB KHAN

Surgery

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 265-0680

GULSUN ERDAG MD

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 265-9900

DR. ALBERT H. MATTIA D.D.S.

Dentist (Prosthodontics)

1600 SW ARCHER RD, D4-4
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-5801

JOANNA CHAFFIN

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 627-9272

DR. CASEY JUSTIN BEAL MD

Ophthalmology

1600 SW ARCHER RD, BOX 100284
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-8778

WILLIAM CRAIG HICKS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-6438

HENRY FONTILLAS PATALINGHUG CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-6438

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 Hiep Nguyen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hiep Nguyen is 1821189937. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2006.

Where is Hiep Nguyen located?

Hiep Nguyen practices at 1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610. The listed phone number is (352) 265-0535.

What is Hiep Nguyen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Hiep Nguyen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hiep Nguyen 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 Hiep Nguyen accept?

Health plans from AvMed, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Hiep Nguyen 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 Hiep Nguyen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Hiep Nguyen is affiliated with Uf Health Leesburg Hospital and Villages Regional Hospital, The.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hiep Nguyen was last updated on April 29, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.