DR. BRIAN KEITH TUCKER D.O.
NPI 1124289996
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Lexington, KY

Active since June 24, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
800 ROSE ST, C224, LEXINGTON, KY 40536(859) 323-6346 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Brian Keith Tucker D.o. NPPES

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

DR. BRIAN KEITH TUCKER D.O. (NPI 1124289996) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (03291) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Pikeville, Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Med (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124289996
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRIAN KEITH TUCKERCredential: D.O.
Location Address800 ROSE ST, C224Lexington, KY 40536-0001
Mailing Address800 Rose St, C224Lexington, KY 40536-0001 · (859) 323-6346
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pikeville, Kentucky College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJune 24, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2020
NPPES CertifiedJuly 13, 2020
✔ NPI 1124289996 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0102X
Licenses✔ Licensed in KY · 03291✔ Licensed in TN · 1975
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 1975 (TN)
Also ListedSurgery · Trauma SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0127X · License 1975 (TN)
800 ROSE ST, Lexington, KY 40536

Accepted 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

Dr. Brian Keith Tucker D.o. 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 ID3678640281
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100820000385
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Brian Tucker reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Internal Medicine
2333 ALUMNI PARK PLZ, SUITE 200
Lexington, KY 40517
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 1,502 clinicians in this Medicare group

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.

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.
67 services66 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
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.
21 services21 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
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.
19 services15 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
15 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Pikeville Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Pikeville, KY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180044
Location911 Bypass RoadPikeville, KY 41501 · Pike County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Kentucky Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number180067
Location800 Rose StreetLexington, KY 40536 · Fayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Health Corbin

Acute Care Hospitals · Corbin, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180080
LocationOne Trillium WayCorbin, KY 40701 · Whitley County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Clark Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Winchester, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number180092
Location175 Hospital DriveWinchester, KY 40391 · Clark County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Frankfort Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Frankfort, KY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number180127
Location299 Kings Daughters DriveFrankfort, KY 40601 · Franklin County
Emergency services

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
800 ROSE ST, HX-302 UKMC
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
800 ROSE ST, MS117
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Anesthesiology
800 ROSE ST
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
800 ROSE ST
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
800 ROSE ST
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
800 ROSE ST, MN604
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Hospitalist
800 ROSE ST
LEXINGTON, KY 40536
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
800 ROSE ST, CC417
LEXINGTON, KY 40536

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 Brian Tucker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Tucker is 1124289996. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2008.

Where is Brian Tucker located?

Brian Tucker practices at 800 Rose St C224, Lexington, KY 40536. The listed phone number is (859) 323-6346.

What is Brian Tucker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Is Brian Tucker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brian Tucker 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 organization bills Medicare for Brian Tucker's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Brian Tucker reassigns Medicare benefits to Kentucky Medical Services Foundation, Inc (Lexington, KY). The 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 Brian Tucker's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Brian Tucker accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter of Tennessee and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Brian Tucker 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 Brian Tucker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Brian Tucker is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center, University Of Kentucky Hospital, Baptist Health Corbin, Clark Regional Medical Center and Frankfort Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brian Tucker was last updated on July 13, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.