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EDGAR G FISCHER MD
NPI 1174545677
Pathology - Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine in Albuquerque, NM

Active since July 24, 2006PECOS Enrolled
85.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
337 BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES, 915 CAMINO DE SALUD, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131(505) 272-2446 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 16, 2025, Jul 13, 2023, Feb 25, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Edgar G Fischer Md NPPES

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

EDGAR G FISCHER MD (NPI 1174545677) is an individual clinical pathology/laboratory medicine provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (2001-31) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174545677
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0105X
Provider Legal NameEDGAR G FISCHERCredential: MD
Location Address337 BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES, 915 CAMINO DE SALUDAlbuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Mailing Address800 Bradbury Dr Se Ste 116Albuquerque, NM 87106-4310 · (505) 272-1476
Phone(505) 272-2446
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 17, 2025
✔ NPI 1174545677 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Clinical Pathology/Laboratory MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0105X
License✔ Licensed in NM · 2001-31
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
337 BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES, Albuquerque, NM 87131
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Edgar G Fischer Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Edgar Fischer reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Unm Medical Group Inc
4.4 mi
Multi-Specialty
2211 LOMAS NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Mexico enrollment
  • 2,105 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1831218627 (505) 272-3303

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 11

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
335 services188 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
74 services64 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
60 services23 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
48 services32 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
46 services28 patients
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique 88112
Cell examination of a specimen using selective cellular enhancement technique is a lab process that improves the visibility of certain cells in a sample. It helps in identifying abnormalities or diseases. The process is non-invasive, safe, and aids in accurate diagnosis.
28 services28 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87131 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
$126.21 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $31.55 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.38 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
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.

85.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.08

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

MARY LIPSCOMB MD
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
337 BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES, 915 CAMINO DE SALUD
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Bernalillo County (505) 272-9228

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 Edgar Fischer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Edgar Fischer is 1174545677. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 24, 2006.

Where is Edgar Fischer located?

Edgar Fischer practices at 337 Basic Medical Sciences 915 Camino De Salud, Albuquerque, NM 87131. The listed phone number is (505) 272-2446.

What is Edgar Fischer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine, with taxonomy code 207ZP0105X.

Is Edgar Fischer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Edgar Fischer is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Edgar Fischer's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Edgar Fischer reassigns Medicare benefits to Unm Medical Group Inc (Albuquerque, NM). 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 Edgar Fischer's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Edgar Fischer was last updated on July 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.