MICHAEL BAIRD M.D.
NPI 1053389700
Anesthesiology in Knoxville, TN

Q: What is Michael Baird's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Baird is 1053389700. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 9, 2006.

Q: What is Michael Baird's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Baird was last updated on June 16, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since March 09, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

501 20TH ST, SUITE 606, KNOXVILLE, TN 37916(865) 546-8040(865) 541-2787 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 16, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Michael Baird M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MICHAEL BAIRD M.D. (NPI 1053389700) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Knoxville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (21200) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053389700

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameMICHAEL BAIRDCredential: M.D.

Location Address501 20TH ST, SUITE 606Knoxville, TN 37916-1809

Mailing Address501 20th St, Suite 606Knoxville, TN 37916-1809 · (865) 546-8040

Phone(865) 546-8040

Fax(865) 541-2787

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 1986

Enumeration DateMarch 9, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 16, 2010

✔ NPI 1053389700 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 21200

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

501 20TH ST, Knoxville, TN 37916

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Other Identifiers 7

Other4020539TN · Bluecare

Other4020539TN · Blue Cross

Other100021658TN · Php Tenncare

Medicare UPINE88087TN

Medicare PIN3077171TN

Other050083453TN · Travelers Medicare

Medicaid3077177TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Cigna Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Michael Baird M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6204738214

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040713001327

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Baird reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

American Anesthesiology Of Tennessee, P.C.

Same address

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

501 20TH ST, SUITE 606
Knoxville, TN 37916

Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: American Anesthesiology Of Tennessee PC
959 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1245279777 (865) 546-8040

Covenant Anesthesia Group, PC

18 mi

Anesthesiology

990 OAK RIDGE TPKE, ANESTHESIA DEPT
Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
289 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1639148117 (865) 691-9000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

40 services40 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

35 services35 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.

23 services23 patients

Injection of local anesthetic for abdominal wall pain control on both sides using imaging guidance 64488

This procedure involves injecting a local anesthetic into the abdominal wall to manage pain. It's carried out on both sides of the abdomen using imaging guidance for precision. This helps numb the area, providing relief from discomfort.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Parkwest Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Knoxville, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440173

Location9352 Park West BlvdKnoxville, TN 37923 · Knox County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. JAMES WIKE M.D.

Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)

501 20TH ST, SUITE 606
KNOXVILLE, TN 37916

Knox County (865) 546-8040

ABNER MICHAEL GLOVER M.D.

Colon & Rectal Surgery

501 20TH ST, SUITE 501
KNOXVILLE, TN 37916

Knox County (865) 525-4109

MICHELLE L PALMER CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

501 20TH ST, SUITE 606
KNOXVILLE, TN 37916

Knox County (865) 546-8040

KRISTIN BURNETTE FNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

501 20TH ST, SUITE 404
KNOXVILLE, TN 37916

Knox County (865) 522-6964

ELIZABETH STEVENS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

501 20TH ST, SUITE 606
KNOXVILLE, TN 37916

Knox County (865) 546-8040

GREGORY WILLIAM HAGOPIAN CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

501 20TH ST, SUITE 606
KNOXVILLE, TN 37916

Knox County (865) 546-8040

WANDA WHITE CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

501 20TH ST, SUITE 606
KNOXVILLE, TN 37916

Knox County (865) 546-8040

MARK S MUMFORD MD

Anesthesiology

501 20TH ST
KNOXVILLE, TN 37916

Knox County (865) 546-8040

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Michael Baird's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Baird is 1053389700. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 9, 2006.

Where is Michael Baird located?

Michael Baird practices at 501 20th St Suite 606, Knoxville, TN 37916. The listed phone number is (865) 546-8040.

What is Michael Baird's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Michael Baird enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Baird is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Michael Baird's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Baird reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: American Anesthesiology Of Tennessee, P.C. (Knoxville, TN) and Covenant Anesthesia Group, PC (Oak Ridge, TN). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Michael Baird's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michael Baird accept?

Health plans from Cigna Healthcare list Michael Baird as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Michael Baird affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Baird is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Baird was last updated on June 16, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.