CHRISTOS VAKLAVAS M.D.
NPI 1154649440
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Birmingham, AL

Q: What is Christos Vaklavas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christos Vaklavas is 1154649440. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2010.

Q: What is Christos Vaklavas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christos Vaklavas was last updated on December 20, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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 May 11, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

92.06/100

CMS Quality Rating

619 19TH ST S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249(205) 934-2721 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 20, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 20, 2021, Dec 13, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Christos Vaklavas M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOS VAKLAVAS M.D. (NPI 1154649440) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (30429) and active in the NPI registry since May 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Utah Hospitals And Clinics, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154649440

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOS VAKLAVASCredential: M.D.

Location Address619 19TH ST SBirmingham, AL 35249-1900

Mailing AddressPo Box 55310Birmingham, AL 35255-5310 · (205) 934-2721

Phone(205) 934-2721

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000

Enumeration DateMay 11, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 20, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedDecember 20, 2021

✔ NPI 1154649440 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0003X

License✔ Licensed in AL · 30429

Definition

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

619 19TH ST S, Birmingham, AL 35249

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BridgeSpan Health Company, Molina Healthcare, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christos Vaklavas 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 ID9638315146

PECOS Enrollment IDI20190924002086

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 7

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

90 services50 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

85 services40 patients

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212

This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.

38 services20 patients

33 services14 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

24 services17 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Utah Hospitals And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Salt Lake City, UT

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number460009

Location50 North Medical DriveSalt Lake City, UT 84132 · Salt Lake County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35249 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

$161.63 typical visit price

range $52.65 – $161.63

Typical copayment $40.40 (range $13.16 – $40.40)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$93.72 typical visit price

range $16.56 – $131.65

Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

92.06/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

85.57

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Capecitabine, oral, 500 mg J8521

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

1 supplier17 claims924 services$0.72 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249

Jefferson County (205) 934-3108

SHANA MONIKA MACHADO D.O.

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)