DR. YOUSSEF W. WASSEF M.D., M.S.
NPI 1205936770
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Pain Medicine in Gainesville, FL
NPI Status: Active since September 25, 2006
Contact Information
6801 NW 9TH BLVD
SUITE 4
GAINESVILLE, FL
ZIP 32605
Phone: (352) 367-3422
Fax: (352) 379-7707
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 45
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Pain Medicine
- Accepts Insurance
- May Accept Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About YOUSSEF WASSEF
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Youssef Wassef, a provider established in Gainesville, Florida with a medical specialization in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, focusing in pain medicine and more than 45 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1205936770 assigned on September 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2081P2900X with license number ME 0070490 (FL). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 16 years ago.
- NPI
- 1205936770
- Provider Name
- DR. YOUSSEF W. WASSEF M.D., M.S.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 6801 NW 9TH BLVD SUITE 4 GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
- Location Phone
- (352) 367-3422
- Location Fax
- (352) 379-7707
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 358492 GAINESVILLE, FL 32635
- Mailing Phone
- (352) 367-3422
- Mailing Fax
- (352) 379-7707
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 1981
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 09-25-2006
- Last Update Date
- 05-26-2009
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Pain Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 2081P2900X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- ME 0070490
- License State
- FL
- Taxonomy Description
- A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- AvMed Entrust Bronze 600 (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Bronze 650 (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Expanded Bronze Standard (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Gold 125 (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Gold 125 Dental+Vision (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Gold Standard (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Platinum 25 (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Platinum 25 Dental+Vision (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Platinum Standard (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Silver 350 (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Silver 350 Dental+Vision (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Silver 550 (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Silver 550 Dental+Vision (2025) - HMO
- AvMed Entrust Silver Standard (2025) - HMO
- BlueOptions Bronze (HSA) 24J01-10 (Rewards / $4 Condition Care Rx) - PPO
- BlueOptions Bronze 24J01-04 ($0 Virtual PCP Visits / 3 PCP Visits for $0 then $55 / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Bronze 24J01-06 ($0 Virtual PCP Visits / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Bronze 24J01-17 ($0 Virtual PCP Visits / $50 PCP Visits / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Bronze 24J01-18S (Multilingual Available / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Gold 24J01-09 ($0 Virtual PCP Visits / $15 PCP Visits / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Gold 24J01-12 ($0 Virtual PCP Visits / $15 Labs / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Gold 24J01-20S ($30 PCP Visits / Multilingual Available / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Platinum 24J01-05 ($0 Virtual PCP Visits / $0 Labs / $15 PCP Visits / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Platinum 24J01-08 ($0 Virtual PCP Visits / $0 Labs / $10 PCP Visits / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Platinum 24J01-21S ($0 Deductible / $10 PCP Visits / $20 Specialist Visits / Multilingual Available / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Silver 24J01-03 ($0 Virtual PCP Visits / $0 Labs / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Silver 24J01-07 ($0 Virtual PCP Visits / $50 PCP Visits / Rewards) - PPO
- BlueOptions Silver 24J01-19S ($40 PCP Visits / Multilingual Available / Rewards) - PPO
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 267792000 | MEDICAID (05) | FL | |
| 51651 | OTHER (01) | FL | BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD ID |
| 51651Z | MEDICAID (05) | FL | |
| 51651Y | MEDICARE PIN (08) | FL | |
| G 30381 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Youssef Wassef is registered with Medicare but maybe doesn't accept claims assignment. If you are a Medicare beneficiary call and confirm with the provider before seeking any services.
Youssef Wassef is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 4880896794
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20110105000081
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Maybe
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement
Hyaluronan or derivative, hymovis, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg
Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level
Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg
Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
This service was performed 87 times for 32 patientsThis procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.
This service was performed 17 times for 16 patientsThis procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.
This service was performed 17 times for 16 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsThis is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
This service was performed 508 times for 119 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
This service was performed 543 times for 120 patientsFluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.
This service was performed 69 times for 28 patientsHymovis is a treatment involving the injection of a substance called hyaluronan into a joint. This substance, naturally found in the body, helps lubricate and cushion your joints. The treatment can help reduce joint pain and improve mobility.
This service was performed 1,680 times for 22 patientsThis procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.
This service was performed 17 times for 16 patientsThis procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.
This service was performed 48 times for 30 patientsThis procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.
This service was performed 50 times for 31 patientsTrigger point injection is a procedure used to treat painful areas of muscle that contain trigger points, or knots of muscle that form when muscles do not relax. 1-2 muscles are typically treated in one session. The procedure involves injecting medications into these points to alleviate pain.
This service was performed 20 times for 15 patientsThis injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
This service was performed 135 times for 46 patientsLow osmolar contrast material with 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration is a type of dye used in certain medical tests like CT scans or X-rays. It helps to highlight specific areas in your body, making them easier to see and examine. It's safe and commonly used.
This service was performed 90 times for 44 patientsThis service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
This service was performed 20 times for 20 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsTesting for the presence of drugs involves collecting a sample, usually urine, which is then analyzed for specific substances. The process is monitored directly to ensure accuracy and integrity. This test helps to confirm if drugs are present in your system.
This service was performed 224 times for 103 patientsQuality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation of the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Yes | N/A |
| Clinicians would attest to reviewing the patients’ history of controlled substance prescription using state prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) data prior to the issuance of a Controlled Substance Schedule II (CSII) opioid prescription lasting longer than 3 days. For the transition year, clinicians would attest to 60 percent review of applicable patient’s history. For the Quality Payment Program Year 2 and future years, clinicians would attest to 75 percent review of applicable patient’s history performance. | ||
| Engagement of New Medicaid Patients and Follow-up | Yes | N/A |
| Seeing new and follow-up Medicaid patients in a timely manner, including individuals dually eligible for Medicaid and Medicare. A timely manner is defined as within 10 business days for this activity. | ||
| e-Prescribing | 13% | 592 |
| At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology. | ||
| Implementation of fall screening and assessment programs | Yes | N/A |
| Implementation of fall screening and assessment programs to identify patients at risk for falls and address modifiable risk factors (e.g., Clinical decision support/prompts in the electronic health record that help manage the use of medications, such as benzodiazepines, that increase fall risk). | ||
| Patient-Specific Education | 7% | 303 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan | 100% | 147 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous twelve months of the current encounter Normal Parameters: Age 18 years and older BMI >= 18.5 and < 25 kg/m2 | ||
| Provide Patient Access | 90% | 303 |
| At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold certain information. | ||
| Security Risk Analysis | Yes | N/A |
| Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process. | ||
| Tobacco use | Yes | N/A |
| Tobacco use: Regular engagement of MIPS eligible clinicians or groups in integrated prevention and treatment interventions, including tobacco use screening and cessation interventions (refer to NQF #0028) for patients with co-occurring conditions of behavioral or mental health and at risk factors for tobacco dependence. | ||
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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation
The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.
| Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation. | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit. | |||||||||
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 18 | 3 | 12 | 7 | 14 | |
| Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24. | |||||||||
| 2 + 2 + 0 + 5 + 1 + 8 + 3 + 1 + 2 + 7 + 1 + 4 + 24 = 60 | |||||||||
| Step 3: because the number obtained in step 2 ends in zero, the check digit is zero. | |||||||||
| 0 | |||||||||
The NPI number 1205936770 is valid because the calculated check digit 0 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 4 providers are registered at the same or nearby location.
| NPI | Name / Type | Taxonomy | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1285682393 | RICHARD L NESMITH MD DMD Individual | Plastic Surgery | 6801 NW 9TH BLVD SUITE 2 GAINESVILLE, FL 32605 (352) 331-3401 |
| 1659567303 | GAINESVILLE PLASTIC SURGERY ASSOCIATES PL Organization | Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) | 6801 NW 9TH BLVD SUITE 2 GAINESVILLE, FL 32605 (352) 331-3401 |
| 1609062082 | ALL PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION, P.A. Organization | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Pain Medicine) | 6801 NW 9TH BLVD SUITE # 4 GAINESVILLE, FL 32605 (352) 367-3422 |
| 1528013513 | DR. ALAN M LESSNER MD Individual | Ophthalmology (Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) | 6801 NW 9TH BLVD SUITE 2 GAINESVILLE, FL 32605 (352) 331-1371 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1205936770, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on September 25, 2006
The provider is located at 6801 Nw 9th Blvd Suite 4 Gainesville, Fl 32605 and the phone number is (352) 367-3422
The provider's speciality is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation with taxonomy code 2081P2900X with a focus in Pain Medicine
The provider has more than 45 years of experience.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL),. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to make sure your health plan is currently accepted.
Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary the provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint, Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint, Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes, Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement, Hyaluronan or derivative, hymovis, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg, Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance, Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level, Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level, Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles, Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg, Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml, New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes, New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes and Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation.
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