Imad Bitar, MD
NPI 1821267998 · Rheumatology Physician · Hattiesburg, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Imad Bitar, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Hattiesburg, MS (NPI 1821267998).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821267998
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20107 (MS)
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
7,768 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,162 | $114 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 981 | $13 |
| 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 | 948 | $15 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 791 | $8 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Non-Automated85651 | 463 | $4 |
| 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 · 84 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 1,465 | 523 |
| Gabapentin | 977 | 275 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 857 | 205 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 614 | 177 |
| Pregabalin | 460 | 123 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 458 | 125 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 447 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,170 across 167 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
- 2008-02-22
- Last updated
- 2020-07-22
- Certified
- 2020-07-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Imad Bitar's NPI number?
- Imad Bitar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821267998, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Imad Bitar's specialty?
- Imad Bitar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Imad Bitar located?
- Imad Bitar's practice location on file with NPPES is 104 Millsaps Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402-1328.
- What is Imad Bitar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Imad Bitar is (601) 268-5170.
- Does Imad Bitar accept Medicare?
- Imad Bitar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Imad Bitar's NPI active?
- Yes — Imad Bitar's NPI (1821267998) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.