Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Ast, MD
Emergency Medical Services (Emergency Medicine) Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Bremerton, WA
- NPI 1659304517
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 95.5 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2520 Cherry Ave
Bremerton, WA 983104229
(360) 377-3911
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 14, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207PE0004X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD00042077
- Medicaid
- WA #8352239
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659304517. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
586
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$77,436
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 217 | 214 | $172 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 144 | 144 | $118 | |
93042 |
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only | 103 | 102 | $7 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 85 | 85 | $209 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 21 | 21 | $171 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 16 | 16 | $70 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 84. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
83
Patients
81
Total drug cost
$437
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 28 | 27 | $215 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 23 | 23 | $122 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 17 | 16 | $47 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 15 | 15 | $52 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Ast's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Ast practices Emergency Medical Services (Emergency Medicine) Physician in Bremerton, WA.
Where does Dr. Robert Ast practice?
Dr. Robert Ast practices at 2520 Cherry Ave, Bremerton, WA 983104229. Office phone: 3603773911.
What is Dr. Robert Ast's NPI?
Dr. Robert Ast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659304517, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Ast accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Ast accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Ast commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only (HCPCS 93042). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.