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Dr. Motaz Ashkar, MBBS
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Gastroenterology Physician · Rochester, MN
- NPI 1538423132
- Accepts Medicare
- 20 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
200 1St St Sw
Rochester, MN 559050001
(507) 284-2511 - Additional location
-
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Div Im Gastroenterology
Saint Louis, MO 631101003
(314) 747-2066
fax (314) 362-2357
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 28, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Minnesota #65491 · Missouri #2019009916
- Medicaid
- MO #200064221
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538423132. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
318
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$38,212
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 51 | 51 | $5 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 43 | 43 | $139 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 34 | 34 | $216 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 32 | 31 | $98 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 32 | 32 | $243 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 31 | 24 | $173 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 26 | 25 | $89 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 24 | 22 | $122 | |
99451 |
Telephone, internet, or electronic health record assessment and management with written report by consulting physician, at least 5 minutes | 23 | 23 | $35 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 11 | 11 | $81 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 60 peers in Rochester Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 34. This provider delivers 9.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,281
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 4 | $1,281.37 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
294
Patients
73
Total drug cost
$147,873
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 47 | 0 | $120,271 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 46 | 44 | $775 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 46 | 17 | $980 |
| Motegrity (Prucalopride Succinate) | Brand | 38 | 0 | $19,830 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 30 | 0 | $923 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 28 | 0 | $1,093 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 27 | 12 | $3,519 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 18 | 0 | $265 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 14 | 0 | $217 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Motaz Ashkar's medical specialty?
Dr. Motaz Ashkar practices Gastroenterology Physician in Rochester, MN.
Where does Dr. Motaz Ashkar practice?
Dr. Motaz Ashkar practices at 200 1St St Sw, Rochester, MN 559050001. Office phone: 5072842511.
What is Dr. Motaz Ashkar's NPI?
Dr. Motaz Ashkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538423132, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Motaz Ashkar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Motaz Ashkar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Motaz Ashkar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.