Rami Kahwash, MD
NPI 1053515718 · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rami Kahwash, MD is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1053515718).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053515718
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.090464 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
665 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 266 | $112 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 102 | $202 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 55 | $165 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 54 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 50 | $135 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sacubitril/Valsartanbrand: Entresto | 299 | 70 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 211 | 62 |
| Carvedilol | 177 | 54 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 163 | 41 |
| Spironolactone | 152 | 47 |
| Losartan Potassium | 142 | 41 |
| Empagliflozin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$58,887 across 42 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-14
- Last updated
- 2026-04-17
- Certified
- 2026-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rami Kahwash's NPI number?
- Rami Kahwash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053515718, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rami Kahwash's specialty?
- Rami Kahwash is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rami Kahwash located?
- Rami Kahwash's practice location on file with NPPES is 181 Taylor Ave, Columbus, OH 43203-1779.
- What is Rami Kahwash's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rami Kahwash is (614) 293-7677.
- Does Rami Kahwash accept Medicare?
- Rami Kahwash is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rami Kahwash's NPI active?
- Yes — Rami Kahwash's NPI (1053515718) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.