Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Firas Kassab, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Charlotte, NC
- NPI 1366649014
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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8840 Blakeney Professional Dr Ste 200
Charlotte, NC 282776806
(704) 672-0449
fax (866) 469-2745
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 1, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2010-00127
- Medicaid (4)
- NC #1366649014 · MA #2137763 · NC #5915888 · SC #NC1238
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1366649014. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
105,660
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,294,845
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0717 |
Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 55,600 | 18 | $5 | |
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 21,547 | 22 | $13 | |
J3111 |
Injection, romosozumab-aqqg, 1 mg | 12,180 | 14 | $10 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 7,560 | 73 | $23 | |
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 6,825 | 12 | $42 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 491 | 232 | $122 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 374 | 59 | $123 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 308 | 88 | $14 | |
96401 |
Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle | 202 | 28 | $69 | |
96375 |
Injection of additional new drug or substance into vein | 142 | 13 | $15 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Charlotte Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 1,622. This provider delivers 65× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$7,040
Transactions
84
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 4 | $2,938.62 | |
| Amgen INC. | 25 | $2,068.88 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 11 | $535.45 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 7 | $305.34 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 6 | $235.89 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 5 | $218.05 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 6 | $117.65 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 5 | $101.03 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 3 | $70.61 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $58.21 | |
| Scilex Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $47.73 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 2 | $46.40 | |
| Radius Health, INC. | 2 | $45.24 | |
| Organon LLC | 2 | $43.96 | |
| Sandoz INC. | 1 | $25.91 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,283
Patients
345
Total drug cost
$262,823
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 296 | 81 | $9,927 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 212 | 55 | $10,541 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 187 | 62 | $1,953 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 126 | 29 | $1,990 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 67 | 19 | $2,116 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 55 | 19 | $3,367 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 54 | 16 | $2,386 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 45 | 13 | $214 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 41 | 15 | $498 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 37 | 12 | $1,216 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Firas Kassab's medical specialty?
Dr. Firas Kassab practices Rheumatology Physician in Charlotte, NC.
Where does Dr. Firas Kassab practice?
Dr. Firas Kassab practices at 8840 Blakeney Professional Dr Ste 200, Charlotte, NC 282776806. Office phone: 7046720449.
What is Dr. Firas Kassab's NPI?
Dr. Firas Kassab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366649014, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Firas Kassab accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Firas Kassab accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Firas Kassab commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0717); Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use (HCPCS J1602); Injection, romosozumab-aqqg, 1 mg (HCPCS J3111). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.