ALEXANDER I KIOTIS DO
NPI 1093732752
Family Medicine in Plymouth Meeting, PA

NPI Status: Active since July 17, 2006

Contact Information

2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA
ZIP 19462
Phone: (610) 272-8221
Fax: (610) 272-5655

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 44
  • Family Medicine
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About ALEXANDER KIOTIS

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Alexander Kiotis, a primary care provider established in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Family Medicine and more than 44 years of experience. He graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1982. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1093732752 assigned on July 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207Q00000X with license number OS005153L (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 8 years ago.

NPI
1093732752
Provider Name
ALEXANDER I KIOTIS DO
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
2901 JOLLY RD PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Location Phone
(610) 272-8221
Location Fax
(610) 272-5655
Mailing Address
2901 JOLLY RD PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Mailing Phone
(610) 272-8221
Mailing Fax
(610) 272-5655
Medical School Name
PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Graduation Year
1982
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
07-17-2006
Last Update Date
06-20-2018
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A primary care provider (PCP) like Alexander Kiotis sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Family Medicine

Taxonomy Code
207Q00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
OS005153L
License State
PA
Taxonomy Description
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Choice Bronze HSA - HMO
  • Choice Bronze HSA + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Clear Gold - HMO
  • Clear Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Gold - HMO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Silver - HMO
  • Complete Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze - HMO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Gold - HMO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Silver - HMO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Gold - HMO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Elite Bronze - HMO
  • Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Everyday Gold - HMO
  • Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Focused Silver - HMO
  • Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze - HMO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Gold - HMO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Silver - HMO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Clear Gold - EPO
  • Clear Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Complete Gold - EPO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Elite Silver - EPO
  • Elite Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Everyday Bronze - EPO
  • Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Focused Silver - EPO
  • Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Principal Bronze HSA - EPO
  • Principal Bronze HSA + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze - EPO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Standard Gold - EPO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Standard Silver - EPO

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Alexander Kiotis is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Alexander Kiotis is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 6507882172

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20051022000153

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height (HCPCS:E0143)

    1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms (HCPCS:E0163)

    1 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 16 Services Paid

  • DME-Hospital Beds (DB000N)

    Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress (HCPCS:E0260)

    4 DME suppliers used 70 Medicare Claims 70 Services Paid

  • DME-Hospital Beds (DB000N)

    Hospital bed, heavy duty, extra wide, with weight capacity greater than 350 pounds, but less than or equal to 600 pounds, with any type side rails, with mattress (HCPCS:E0303)

    1 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 20 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)

    Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)

    2 DME suppliers used 49 Medicare Claims 49 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) (HCPCS:E0630)

    3 DME suppliers used 37 Medicare Claims 37 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Iv pole (HCPCS:E0776)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

    Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-tipping device, each (HCPCS:E0971)

    1 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 34 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

    Wheelchair accessory, manual fully reclining back, (recline greater than 80 degrees), each (HCPCS:E1226)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

    3 DME suppliers used 59 Medicare Claims 59 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Portable oxygen concentrator, rental (HCPCS:E1392)

    2 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

    General use wheelchair seat cushion, width less than 22 inches, any depth (HCPCS:E2601)

    2 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

    Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

    3 DME suppliers used 119 Medicare Claims 119 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

    Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) (HCPCS:K0195)

    3 DME suppliers used 101 Medicare Claims 101 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

This service was performed 15 times for 14 patients

Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month

Chronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.

This service was performed 16 times for 16 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

This service was performed 32 times for 28 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

This service was performed 18 times for 18 patients

Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 25 minutes

This refers to a routine medical visit for an established patient living in a group care facility, custodial care, or assisted living. The visit typically lasts 25 minutes and includes a check-up and discussion about ongoing healthcare needs.

This service was performed 271 times for 89 patients

Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 40 minutes

This is a routine visit for established patients residing in care facilities like nursing homes or assisted living. The visit typically lasts about 40 minutes, during which the healthcare provider checks your overall health, discusses any concerns, and adjusts care plans as needed.

This service was performed 91 times for 68 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

This service was performed 118 times for 69 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 550 times for 264 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 87 times for 64 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 225 times for 126 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 16 times for 12 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

This service was performed 16 times for 15 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

This service was performed 50 times for 45 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 45 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

This service was performed 159 times for 144 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 45 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

This service was performed 34 times for 31 patients

New patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 45 minutes

This service involves a medical professional visiting a new patient at a care facility or assisted living for about 45 minutes. During this visit, the professional will assess the patient's health, discuss any concerns, and plan for future care. This service aims to ensure the patient's well-being and comfort in their new environment.

This service was performed 11 times for 11 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

This service was performed 16 times for 15 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

This service was performed 68 times for 57 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a

This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.

This service was performed 15 times for 13 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $23.17 for a new patient copayment and $26.3 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 19462 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $92.69
  • Minimum New Patient Price $59.88
  • Maximum New Patient Price $180.99
  • Average New Patient Copayment $23.17
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.97
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $45.24

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $105.21
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $19.3
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $147.29
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $26.3
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.82
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $36.82

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Alexander Kiotis is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
EINSTEIN MEDICAL CENTER MONTGOMERY559 WEST GERMANTOWN PIKE
EAST NORRITON, PA 19403
(484) 662-1000Acute Care Hospitals

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1093732752, we treat the final digit (2) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 58. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 58 = 2).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
0
Unchanged
Pos 3
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 4
3
Unchanged
Pos 5
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 6
3
Unchanged
Pos 7
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 8
7
Unchanged
Pos 9
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Check
2
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 9 → 18 → 9 7 → 14 → 5 2 → 4 5 → 10 → 1

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 0 + 1 + 8 + 3 + 1 + 4 + 3 + 4 + 7 + 1 + 0 + 24 = 58

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 58 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 58 = 2
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 2, which matches the last digit of 1093732752.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Physician Assistant (Medical)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Internal Medicine
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Nurse Practitioner
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Physician Assistant
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Nurse Practitioner
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Internal Medicine
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Social Worker (Clinical)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Family Medicine
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Physician Assistant (Medical)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Internal Medicine
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Internal Medicine
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Internal Medicine
2901 JOLLY RD
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1093732752, enumerated as an "individual" on July 17, 2006.

The provider is located at 2901 JOLLY RD PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462 and the phone number is (610) 272-8221.

Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Alexander Kiotis is affiliated with: EINSTEIN MEDICAL CENTER MONTGOMERY.