Sami Georges Tahhan, MD
Sami Georges Tahhan is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Norfolk, VA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HOSPITALIST
With over 27 years in internal medicine, Sami Georges Tahhan, MD is a long-established internist in Norfolk. A Eastern Virginia Medical School graduate since 1999, he brings 27+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes. CMS MIPS quality score: 95.11/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 80% of MIPS-scored doctors in Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1598dNPPES updated 2022-01-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Virginia Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
150 Kingsley Ln, Norfolk, VA 23505-4602
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 80% of doctors in Virginia on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.11/100
Virginia avg: 82.9 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.5 pts)
Better than 80% of MIPS-scored doctors in VirginiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.9%
Virginia avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
2.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.1%
Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in VirginiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
317
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
235
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,587
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $289k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Board certified · Jan 6, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Eastern Virginia Medical School (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
Po Box 936, Norfolk, VA 23501-0936
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Sami Georges Tahhan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sami Georges Tahhan for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Norfolk required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sami Georges Tahhan
NPI records show Dr. Tahhan as active with telehealth listed in Norfolk, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (757) 889-5432.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
150 Kingsley Ln, Norfolk, VA 23505-4602
Mailing Address
Po Box 936, Norfolk, VA 23501-0936
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