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DR. ALEXANDER WILLARD BRIDGES M.D.
NPI 1114260932
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Lancaster, PA

Active since March 29, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
540 NORTH DUKE STREET, SUITE 110, LANCASTER, PA 17602(717) 544-4995(717) 544-4944 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 11, 2025, Jan 6, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Alexander Willard Bridges M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALEXANDER WILLARD BRIDGES M.D. (NPI 1114260932) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD473941) and active in the NPI registry since March 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1114260932
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALEXANDER WILLARD BRIDGESCredential: M.D.
Location Address540 NORTH DUKE STREET, SUITE 110Lancaster, PA 17602-2374
Mailing Address540 North Duke Street, Suite 110Lancaster, PA 17602-2374 · (717) 544-4995 · Fax (717) 544-4944
Phone(717) 544-4995
Fax(717) 544-4944
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMarch 29, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJune 11, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 11, 2025
✔ NPI 1114260932 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD473941
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License MD473941 (PA)
540 NORTH DUKE STREET, Lancaster, PA 17602
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Alexander Willard Bridges 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 ID6507007051
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210715001675
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
26 services26 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
23 services23 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
22 services22 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
17 services17 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lancaster General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lancaster, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390100
Location555 North Duke StreetLancaster, PA 17602 · Lancaster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17602 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$166.87 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $41.71 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

DR. SCOTT PLENSDORF MD
Family Medicine
540 NORTH DUKE STREET, 3RD FLOOR
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Lancaster County (717) 786-7383
EMILY BROWN
Family Medicine
540 NORTH DUKE STREET, 3RD FLOOR
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Lancaster County (717) 544-4950
LISA R FRITZ LCSW
Social Worker
540 NORTH DUKE STREET, 3RD FLOOR
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Lancaster County (717) 560-3782

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 Alexander Bridges's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Bridges is 1114260932. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 29, 2013.

Where is Alexander Bridges located?

Alexander Bridges practices at 540 North Duke Street Suite 110, Lancaster, PA 17602. The listed phone number is (717) 544-4995.

What is Alexander Bridges's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Alexander Bridges enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Bridges 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.

What insurance does Alexander Bridges accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Alexander Bridges 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 Alexander Bridges affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alexander Bridges is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Bridges was last updated on June 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 months 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.