Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan, M.D.
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Hospitalist) · Internal Medicine Physician · Lagrange, GA
- NPI 1164736542
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 90.2 / 100 · 2023
- 18 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1514 Vernon RD
Lagrange, GA 302404131
(706) 882-1411
fax (706) 812-2471 - Mailing address
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805 Sandy Plains Road, Medical Staff Services
Marietta, GA 300666340
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 5, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #68984
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1164736542. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,905
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$200,941
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 997 | 181 | $103 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 360 | 118 | $72 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 205 | 112 | $116 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 131 | 120 | $176 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 77 | 75 | $109 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 67 | 65 | $166 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 39 | 30 | $76 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 29 | 29 | $129 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Lagrange Hospitalist Physician, average services per provider: 194. This provider delivers 9.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$19
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inari Medical, INC. | 1 | $18.96 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
15,019
Patients
842
Total drug cost
$240,177
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 1,926 | 94 | $11,244 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 1,449 | 76 | $9,454 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 1,386 | 69 | $6,494 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 1,308 | 69 | $5,359 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 1,258 | 80 | $5,353 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 1,038 | 54 | $6,984 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 975 | 52 | $6,931 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 906 | 39 | $4,355 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 820 | 55 | $144,814 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 810 | 66 | $5,024 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan's medical specialty?
Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan practices Hospitalist Physician in Lagrange, GA.
Where does Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan practice?
Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan practices at 1514 Vernon RD, Lagrange, GA 302404131. Office phone: 7068821411.
What is Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan's NPI?
Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164736542, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melhim Bou Alwan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.