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WILLIAM X NGHIEM MD
NPI 1851559223
Radiology - Vascular & Interventional Radiology in Germantown, MD

Active since June 01, 2008PECOS Enrolled
91.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
20410 OBSERVATION DR STE 100, GERMANTOWN, MD 20876(301) 762-0277(301) 330-9108 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About William X Nghiem Md NPPES

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

WILLIAM X NGHIEM MD (NPI 1851559223) is an individual vascular & interventional radiology provider in Germantown, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D78132) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital, and is a graduate of Temple University School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851559223
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0204X
Provider Legal NameWILLIAM X NGHIEMCredential: MD
Location Address20410 OBSERVATION DR STE 100Germantown, MD 20876-6419
Mailing Address20410 Observation Dr Ste 100Germantown, MD 20876-6419 · (301) 762-0277 · Fax (301) 330-9108
Fax(301) 330-9108
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSTemple University School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 4, 2026
NPPES CertifiedNovember 4, 2026
✔ NPI 1851559223 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Vascular & Interventional RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0204X
License✔ Licensed in MD · D78132
Definition
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
20410 OBSERVATION DR STE 100, Germantown, MD 20876

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

William X Nghiem 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 ID1557586708
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140702001988, I20160202000331
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show William Nghiem reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Vascular Surgery
20410 OBSERVATION DRIVE, SUITE 100
Germantown, MD 20876
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia and Maryland enrollments
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
94 services86 patients
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure, each additional 15 minutes 99153
This service involves a physician administering medication to lower your consciousness during a procedure. It's done for your comfort and safety. The drug's effects last about 15 minutes, so additional doses may be given as needed.
85 services69 patients
Fluoroscopic guidance for insertion or removal of central vein access device 77001
Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device insertion or removal is a procedure where a special X-ray, called a fluoroscope, is used to help accurately place or remove a device in a central vein. This device aids in delivering medications or collecting blood samples.
78 services74 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
76 services73 patients
Insertion of central venous tube with port (5 years or older) 36561
A central venous tube with port is a small, flexible tube inserted into a large vein, usually in the chest. It allows for easy administration of medication, fluids, or blood products over a long period. A port is attached under the skin for easy access. It's safe for individuals aged 5 and above.
68 services67 patients
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.
64 services48 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Frederick Health Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Frederick, MD
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210005
Location400 West Seventh StFrederick, MD 21701 · Frederick County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20876 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
$100.31 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $25.07 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$80.66 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $20.16 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

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.

91.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability93
Improvement Activities40
Cost61.11

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
20410 OBSERVATION DR STE 100
GERMANTOWN, MD 20876
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
20410 OBSERVATION DR STE 100
GERMANTOWN, MD 20876

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 William Nghiem's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Nghiem is 1851559223. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2008.

Where is William Nghiem located?

William Nghiem practices at 20410 Observation Dr Ste 100, Germantown, MD 20876. The listed phone number is (301) 762-0277.

What is William Nghiem's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Vascular & Interventional Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0204X.

Is William Nghiem enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Nghiem 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for William Nghiem's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), William Nghiem reassigns Medicare benefits to Horizon Surgical Group, PA (Germantown, MD). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for William Nghiem's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is William Nghiem affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Nghiem is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Nghiem was last updated on November 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.