WASSEF Y KARROWNI M.D.
NPI 1972713691
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Victorville, CA

Q: What is Wassef Karrowni's NPI number?

The NPI number for Wassef Karrowni is 1972713691. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2007.

Q: What is Wassef Karrowni's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Wassef Karrowni was last updated on January 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 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.

Active since May 23, 2007PECOS Enrolled

16850 BEAR VALLEY RD, VICTORVILLE, CA 92395(760) 241-8000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 24, 2024, Feb 23, 2021, Oct 21, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Wassef Y Karrowni M.d. NPPES

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

WASSEF Y KARROWNI M.D. (NPI 1972713691) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Victorville, California, licensed in California (C184400) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in Orange.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972713691

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X

Provider Legal NameWASSEF Y KARROWNICredential: M.D.

Location Address16850 BEAR VALLEY RDVictorville, CA 92395-5794

Mailing AddressPo Box 14084Irvine, CA 92623-4084 · (319) 541-7138

Phone(760) 241-8000

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateMay 23, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 24, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 24, 2025

✔ NPI 1972713691 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RI0011X

Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · C184400✔ Licensed in SC · 51476✔ Licensed in IA · 38018

Definition

An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License R7737 (IA)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 38018 (IA)

16850 BEAR VALLEY RD, Victorville, CA 92395

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1101 The City Dr SOrange, CA 92868-3201 · Phone (319) 541-7138

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include First Choice Next.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Wassef Y Karrowni M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Wassef Karrowni reassigns Medicare billing to 6 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Desert Valley Medical Group, Inc.

0.1 mi

Dietitian, Registered

16716 BEAR VALLEY RD
Victorville, CA 92395

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
145 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1063465474 (760) 241-8000

Vascular Interventional Partners Inc

46 mi

Vascular & Interventional Radiology

935 S SUNSET AVE
West Covina, CA 91790

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
22 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1306218011 (626) 888-7814

Pacific Cardiovascular Associates Medical Group, Inc.

62 mi

Cardiovascular Disease

35 CREEK RD
Irvine, CA 92604

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
45 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1700821691 (714) 445-0220

Vascular Interventional Group, Inc.

63 mi

Vascular & Interventional Radiology

6601 RUGBY AVE STE 100
Huntington Park, CA 90255

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
18 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1508363714 (818) 949-2631

Vascular Intervention Specialists Inc

74 mi

Vascular & Interventional Radiology

19231 VICTORY BLVD STE 155
Reseda, CA 91335

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
17 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1063959310 (818) 949-2630

Carolina Family Care, Inc

2,071 mi

Internal Medicine

201 W MEETING ST
Lancaster, SC 29720

Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
509 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1275564098 (803) 286-4666

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.

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.

79 services72 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

57 services55 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

32 services23 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

23 services23 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443

This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.

21 services21 patients

Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880

An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.

18 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92395 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

$136.04 typical visit price

range $59.60 – $179.42

Typical copayment $34.01 (range $14.90 – $44.85)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$104.64 typical visit price

range $19.37 – $146.42

Typical copayment $26.16 (range $4.84 – $36.60)

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

9%141 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

100%277 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

11%219 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

Patients screenedForUse: 93% · 59 patients

83%59 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%

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.

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.

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