Sissay Befikadu, M.D.
NPI 1649582982 · Internal Medicine Physician · Norfolk, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sissay Befikadu, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Norfolk, VA (NPI 1649582982).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649582982
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0101253749 (VA)
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
15 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
1,609 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 35 Minutes99232 | 709 | $82 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 488 | $121 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 324 | $121 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 28 | $78 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 23 | $184 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 20 | $199 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 25 | 22 |
| Cefdinir | 24 | 24 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 20 | 19 |
| Prednisone | 20 | 19 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 13 | 11 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 13 | 13 |
| Azithromycin | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$159 across 3 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)
- 2300 Opitz Blvd Ste G-209Woodbridge, VA 22191-3311Phone: (703) 523-0611Fax: (703) 670-2089
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-07-01
- Last updated
- 2020-07-29
- Certified
- 2020-07-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sissay Befikadu's NPI number?
- Sissay Befikadu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649582982, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sissay Befikadu's specialty?
- Sissay Befikadu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sissay Befikadu located?
- Sissay Befikadu's practice location on file with NPPES is 600 Gresham Dr Fl 5, Norfolk, VA 23507-1904.
- What is Sissay Befikadu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sissay Befikadu is (757) 388-3198.
- Does Sissay Befikadu accept Medicare?
- Sissay Befikadu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sissay Befikadu's NPI active?
- Yes — Sissay Befikadu's NPI (1649582982) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.