Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ava Kaufman, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Bethesda, MD
- NPI 1790836138
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 37.7 / 100 · 2023
- 47 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8218 Wisconsin Ave, Suite 103
Bethesda, MD 208143107
(301) 215-8480
fax (301) 215-8401
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 2, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Maryland #D26259
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1790836138. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,416
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$155,832
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 444 | 264 | $102 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 421 | 282 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 294 | 181 | $144 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 251 | 231 | $17 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 230 | 230 | $145 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 220 | 188 | $27 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 198 | 181 | $3 | |
90662 |
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free | 151 | 151 | $72 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 150 | 150 | $29 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 27 | 23 | $55 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in Bethesda Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 149. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,315
Patients
396
Total drug cost
$27,753
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 186 | 51 | $3,517 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 167 | 51 | $2,548 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 156 | 47 | $1,688 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 103 | 34 | $4,092 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 100 | 28 | $2,267 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 84 | 24 | $1,117 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 84 | 31 | $1,102 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 76 | 20 | $392 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 64 | 20 | $1,542 |
| Enalapril Maleate | Generic | 53 | 14 | $1,402 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ava Kaufman's medical specialty?
Dr. Ava Kaufman practices Internal Medicine Physician in Bethesda, MD.
Where does Dr. Ava Kaufman practice?
Dr. Ava Kaufman practices at 8218 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 208143107. Office phone: 3012158480.
What is Dr. Ava Kaufman's NPI?
Dr. Ava Kaufman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790836138, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ava Kaufman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ava Kaufman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ava Kaufman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.