Basil Kahwash, M.D.
NPI 1568843191 · Allergy & Immunology Physician · Westerville, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Allergy/Immunology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Basil Kahwash, M.D. is a Allergy & Immunology Physician provider in Westerville, OH (NPI 1568843191).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568843191
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Allergy & Immunology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 60751 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
11 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
3,999 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 3,585 | $3 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 114 | $7 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 73 | $11 |
| Professional Service for Single Injection of Allergen95115 | 68 | $10 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 45 | $161 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 36 | $120 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azelastine Hcl | 43 | 28 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 38 | 16 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 30 | 11 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 23 | — |
| Famotidine | 21 | — |
| Budesonide/Formoterol Fumaratebrand: Symbicort | 18 | — |
| Fluticasone/Vilanterolbrand: Breo Ellipta | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$9,726 across 87 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
- 2015-06-09
- Last updated
- 2024-12-17
- Certified
- 2024-12-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Basil Kahwash's NPI number?
- Basil Kahwash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568843191, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Basil Kahwash's specialty?
- Basil Kahwash is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Allergy & Immunology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Basil Kahwash located?
- Basil Kahwash's practice location on file with NPPES is 477 Cooper Rd Ste 480, Westerville, OH 43081-8095.
- What is Basil Kahwash's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Basil Kahwash is (614) 823-7135.
- Does Basil Kahwash accept Medicare?
- Basil Kahwash is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Basil Kahwash's NPI active?
- Yes — Basil Kahwash's NPI (1568843191) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.