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DR. SAMI K GHANNAM O.D
NPI 1942311774
Optometrist in Laurel, MD

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
612 MAIN ST, LAUREL, MD 20707(301) 725-0607(301) 725-0294 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 4, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Sami K Ghannam O.d NPPES

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

DR. SAMI K GHANNAM O.D (NPI 1942311774) is an individual optometrist in Laurel, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (TA1759) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942311774
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SAMI K GHANNAMCredential: O.D
Location Address612 MAIN STLaurel, MD 20707-4008
Mailing Address612 Main StLaurel, MD 20707-4008 · (301) 725-0607 · Fax (301) 725-0294
Phone(301) 725-0607
Fax(301) 725-0294
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 4, 2025
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 4, 2025
✔ NPI 1942311774 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MD · TA1759✔ Licensed in VA · 0618001157
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
612 MAIN ST, Laurel, MD 20707
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. Sami K Ghannam O.d

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma 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. Sami K Ghannam O.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 ID6002860079
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050311000768
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 2

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.
124 services113 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.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20707 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
$147.85 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $36.96 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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 Sami Ghannam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sami Ghannam is 1942311774. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Sami K Ghannam O.D.

Where is Sami Ghannam located?

Sami Ghannam practices at 612 Main St, Laurel, MD 20707. The listed phone number is (301) 725-0607.

What is Sami Ghannam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Sami Ghannam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sami Ghannam 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 Sami Ghannam accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 2 other insurers list Sami Ghannam 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 Sami Ghannam was last updated on February 4, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 months 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.