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DR. AWAD EL-ASHRY MD
NPI 1881824712
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Charleston, SC

Active since July 27, 2009PECOS Enrolled
316 CALHOUN ST, CHARLESTON, SC 29401(843) 720-8490(843) 727-3602 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2026, Oct 29, 2019, Oct 20, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Awad El-ashry Md NPPES

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

DR. AWAD EL-ASHRY MD (NPI 1881824712) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in Mississippi (24253) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kaleida Health, and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881824712
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. AWAD EL-ASHRYCredential: MD
Location Address316 CALHOUN STCharleston, SC 29401-1113
Mailing AddressPo Box 751649Charlotte, NC 28275-1649 · (888) 472-0043 · Fax (843) 724-2440
Fax(843) 727-3602
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateJuly 27, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 21, 2026
NPI 1881824712 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
License Licensed in MS · 24253
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.

316 CALHOUN ST, Charleston, SC 29401

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. Awad El-ashry 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 ID6204073950
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191028001460
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 5

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.

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.
38 services38 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.
19 services19 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.
18 services18 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.
14 services14 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Kaleida Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330005
Location100 High StreetBuffalo, NY 14210 · Erie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29401 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
$163.84 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $40.96 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

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.

Physician Assistant
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Physician Assistant
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal, Critical Care)
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Internal Medicine
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401

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 Awad El-ashry's NPI number?

The NPI number for Awad El-ashry is 1881824712. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 27, 2009.

Where is Awad El-ashry located?

Awad El-ashry practices at 316 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401. The listed phone number is (843) 720-8490.

What is Awad El-ashry's specialty?

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

Is Awad El-ashry enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Awad El-ashry 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.

Is Awad El-ashry affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Awad El-ashry is affiliated with Kaleida Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Awad El-ashry was last updated on July 21, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.