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DR. WALID WAJIH FREIJ M.D.
NPI 1861586034
Psychiatry & Neurology - Sleep Medicine in Selma, AL

Active since October 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.4/100
CMS Quality Rating
217 BROAD ST, SELMA, AL 36701(334) 872-8627(334) 872-8629 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 19, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Walid Wajih Freij M.d. NPPES

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

DR. WALID WAJIH FREIJ M.D. (NPI 1861586034) is an individual sleep medicine provider in Selma, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (18755) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861586034
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084S0012X
Provider Legal NameDR. WALID WAJIH FREIJCredential: M.D.
Location Address217 BROAD STSelma, AL 36701-4589
Mailing Address217 Broad StSelma, AL 36701-4589 · (334) 872-8627 · Fax (334) 872-8629
Phone(334) 872-8627
Fax(334) 872-8629
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateOctober 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 19, 2020
NPPES CertifiedJune 19, 2020
✔ NPI 1861586034 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · Sleep MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084S0012X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 18755
Definition
A Psychiatrist or Neurologist who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.
217 BROAD ST, Selma, AL 36701
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Other Identifiers 6

Other130016634AL · Railroad Medicare
Other7562326AL · Aetna
Medicaid000032578AL
Medicaid529702780AL
Other270304AL · Prime Health
Other32578AL · Blue Cross/blue Shield

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X MULTIPLE SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, UnitedHealthcare.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. Walid Wajih Freij 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 ID2668660598
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101220000634
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 7

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 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.
517 services266 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.
85 services40 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.
45 services45 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and asleep 95819
The measurement of brain wave activity, known as an EEG, records the brain's electrical signals. It's performed when you're awake and asleep to monitor your brain's functioning. It helps in diagnosing conditions like epilepsy, sleep disorders, and other neurological issues.
28 services28 patients
Nerve conduction, 5-6 studies 95909
Nerve conduction studies involve testing the speed and strength of signals traveling through your nerves. This helps identify any nerve damage or dysfunction. For 5-6 studies, this means multiple nerves will be tested. Small electrodes are placed on your skin to send and receive signals, causing minimal discomfort.
28 services28 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.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 36701 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

98.4/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality84.39
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Controlling High Blood Pressure
49%63 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Dementia: Cognitive Assessment
56%100 patients
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%4,976 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
92%1,666 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
32%1,613 patients3/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 97% · 1,438 patients
Patients screened: 99% · 1,438 patients
57%362 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 20

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
5 suppliers12 claims12 services$37.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
15 suppliers124 claims124 services$108.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
14 suppliers52 claims118 services$42.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers31 claims161 services$22.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers12 claims61 services$15.81 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
9 suppliers99 claims99 services$66.57 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 2

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

GEORGE G. TISDALE, M.D.
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
217 BROAD ST
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 875-5000
NEUROLOGY CONSULTANTS OF CENTRAL ALABAMA
Specialist
217 BROAD ST
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 872-8627

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 Walid Freij's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walid Freij is 1861586034. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 3, 2006.

Where is Walid Freij located?

Walid Freij practices at 217 Broad St, Selma, AL 36701. The listed phone number is (334) 872-8627.

What is Walid Freij's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Sleep Medicine, with taxonomy code 2084S0012X.

Is Walid Freij enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walid Freij 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 Walid Freij accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and UnitedHealthcare list Walid Freij 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walid Freij was last updated on June 19, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.