Efraim Kessous, MD
NPI 1699983858 · Family Medicine Physician · Gaithersburg, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Efraim Kessous, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Gaithersburg, MD (NPI 1699983858).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699983858
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD040210 (DC)
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
19 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
2,421 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 383 | $28 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 355 | $23 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 278 | $139 |
| Acupuncture With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes97814 | 255 | $39 |
| Acupuncture, Each Additional 15 Minutes97811 | 223 | $31 |
| 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'S |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan/Hydrochlorothiazidebrand: Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide | 51 | 19 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 41 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 38 | 14 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 34 | 15 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 27 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 23 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$121 across 5 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
- 2007-05-20
- Last updated
- 2023-05-17
- Certified
- 2023-05-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Efraim Kessous's NPI number?
- Efraim Kessous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699983858, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Efraim Kessous's specialty?
- Efraim Kessous is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Efraim Kessous located?
- Efraim Kessous's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877-4150.
- What is Efraim Kessous's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Efraim Kessous is (301) 208-2273.
- Does Efraim Kessous accept Medicare?
- Efraim Kessous is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Efraim Kessous's NPI active?
- Yes — Efraim Kessous's NPI (1699983858) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-05-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.