Samih Nassif Abudinen, MD
NPI 1598290082 · Otolaryngology Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samih Nassif Abudinen, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1598290082).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598290082
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 271532 (MA)
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
9 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
636 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 158 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 110 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 100 | $164 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 79 | $150 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 48 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 77 | 32 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 44 | 40 |
| Chlorhexidine Gluconate | 38 | 21 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 36 | 22 |
| Cephalexin | 27 | 23 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 25 | 24 |
| Methylprednisolone | 24 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$701 across 14 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
- 2017-04-22
- Last updated
- 2023-08-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samih Nassif Abudinen's NPI number?
- Samih Nassif Abudinen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598290082, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samih Nassif Abudinen's specialty?
- Samih Nassif Abudinen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samih Nassif Abudinen located?
- Samih Nassif Abudinen's practice location on file with NPPES is 1963 Memorial Parkway Sw, Huntsville, AL 35801-5035.
- What is Samih Nassif Abudinen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samih Nassif Abudinen is (256) 536-9300.
- Does Samih Nassif Abudinen accept Medicare?
- Samih Nassif Abudinen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samih Nassif Abudinen's NPI active?
- Yes — Samih Nassif Abudinen's NPI (1598290082) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.