Hussein El-Newihi, MD
NPI 1275580698 · Gastroenterology Physician · El Centro, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hussein El-Newihi, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in El Centro, CA (NPI 1275580698).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275580698
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 23782 (NH)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,381 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 702 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 698 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 675 | $130 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 241 | $107 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 230 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 1,141 | 315 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 588 | 584 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 400 | 398 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 365 | 104 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 300 | 96 |
| Sucralfate | 220 | 70 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 128 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,201 across 38 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 60 Commercial St Ste 404Concord, NH 03301-5096Phone: (603) 228-1763Fax: (603) 227-7539
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-30
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
- Certified
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hussein El-Newihi's NPI number?
- Hussein El-Newihi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275580698, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hussein El-Newihi's specialty?
- Hussein El-Newihi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hussein El-Newihi located?
- Hussein El-Newihi's practice location on file with NPPES is 1550 N Imperial Ave Ste 2, El Centro, CA 92243-4242.
- What is Hussein El-Newihi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hussein El-Newihi is (760) 353-5000.
- Does Hussein El-Newihi accept Medicare?
- Hussein El-Newihi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hussein El-Newihi's NPI active?
- Yes — Hussein El-Newihi's NPI (1275580698) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.