Firas Kassab, M.D.
NPI 1366649014 · Rheumatology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Firas Kassab, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1366649014).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1366649014
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2010-00127 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
2,280 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 520 | $69 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 510 | $126 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 370 | $124 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 310 | $16 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 200 | $14 |
| Limited Ultrasound Scan of Joint Or Other Extremity Structure Except Blood Vessels |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 261 | 101 |
| Prednisone | 188 | 67 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 183 | 59 |
| Allopurinol | 72 | 25 |
| Leflunomide | 71 | 24 |
| Gabapentin | 61 | 25 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 43 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$7,040 across 93 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
- 2007-06-27
- Last updated
- 2021-12-01
- Certified
- 2021-12-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Firas Kassab's NPI number?
- Firas Kassab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366649014, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Firas Kassab's specialty?
- Firas Kassab is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Firas Kassab located?
- Firas Kassab's practice location on file with NPPES is 8840 Blakeney Professional Dr Ste 200, Charlotte, NC 28277-6806.
- What is Firas Kassab's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Firas Kassab is (704) 672-0449.
- Does Firas Kassab accept Medicare?
- Firas Kassab is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Firas Kassab's NPI active?
- Yes — Firas Kassab's NPI (1366649014) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.