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DR. SUSAN LEVINE BESSER MD
NPI 1902968597
Family Medicine in Baltimore, MD

Active since December 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
76.51/100
CMS Quality Rating
7602 BELAIR ROAD, BALTIMORE, MD 21236(410) 663-8100(410) 663-8119 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 4, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Feb 21, 2018, Dec 8, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Susan Levine Besser Md NPPES

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

DR. SUSAN LEVINE BESSER MD (NPI 1902968597) is an individual family medicine provider in Baltimore, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0063954) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center Inc, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902968597
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SUSAN LEVINE BESSERCredential: MD
Location Address7602 BELAIR ROADBaltimore, MD 21236
Mailing Address301 St. Paul Place, Tower, 5th FloorBaltimore, MD 21202
Phone(410) 663-8100
Fax(410) 663-8119
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateDecember 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 4, 20183 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1902968597 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MD · D0063954✔ Licensed in TN · 17691✔ Licensed in OH · 35070582
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
7602 BELAIR ROAD, Baltimore, MD 21236
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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. Susan Levine Besser 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 ID8820022338
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060217000430
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 12

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.
577 services362 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.
322 services232 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
95 services95 patients
Influenza vaccine, inactivated 90653
The Influenza vaccine, inactivated, is a shot given to protect against the flu. It contains killed virus particles that help your body build immunity to the flu. It's recommended annually to keep your protection up-to-date. It's safe for ages 6 months and up.
89 services89 patients
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine 77080
A DXA bone density measurement is a simple, quick, and non-invasive procedure that assesses the strength of your bones. This test uses X-rays to measure the amount of minerals, mainly calcium, in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps in early detection of osteoporosis or other bone diseases.
59 services59 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
46 services38 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Mercy Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number210008
Location301 Saint Paul PlaceBaltimore, MD 21202 · Baltimore City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Rosedale, MD
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210015
Location9000 Franklin Square DriveRosedale, MD 21237 · Baltimore County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21236 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
$94.08 typical visit price
range $60.73 – $183.44
Typical copayment $23.52 (range $15.18 – $45.86)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$106.59 typical visit price
range $19.60 – $149.17
Typical copayment $26.64 (range $4.90 – $37.29)
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.

76.51/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality78.16
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost43.54

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Treatment for Upper Respiratory Infection (URI)
79%57 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Breast Cancer Screening
65%581 patients3/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
39%820 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
60%1,073 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
63%826 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
22%300 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
96%4,063 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
100%13,238 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
93%1,884 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
31%1,364 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 88% · 1,321 patients
Patients screened: 98% · 1,321 patients
20%171 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
99%1,997 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 8% · 555 patients
Patients totalRate: 19% · 555 patients
18%555 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 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
19 suppliers43 claims92 services$6.54 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
11 suppliers24 claims26 services$1.12 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 3

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

DR. JASON ELLIOTT GOODMAN M.D.
Internal Medicine
7602 BELAIR ROAD
BALTIMORE, MD 21236
Baltimore County (410) 663-8100
DR. BRANDEN REITLER RHODES D.P.M.
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
7602 BELAIR ROAD
BALTIMORE, MD 21236
Baltimore County (410) 663-3338
BETTY HERTZ NP
Nurse Practitioner
7602 BELAIR ROAD, OVERLEA HEART CENTER
BALTIMORE, MD 21236
Baltimore County (410) 663-6986

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 Susan Besser's NPI number?

The NPI number for Susan Besser is 1902968597. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 14, 2006.

Where is Susan Besser located?

Susan Besser practices at 7602 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21236. The listed phone number is (410) 663-8100.

What is Susan Besser's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Susan Besser enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Susan Besser 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 Susan Besser affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Susan Besser is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center Inc and Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Susan Besser was last updated on April 4, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.