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DR. PAUL A PLAYFAIR MD
NPI 1174567457
Anesthesiology in Austin, TX

Active since June 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5656 BEE CAVES RD, AUSTIN, TX 78746(936) 639-3036(936) 639-3064 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 21, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Paul A Playfair Md NPPES

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

DR. PAUL A PLAYFAIR MD (NPI 1174567457) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (K1000) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The Hospital At Westlake Medical Center, and is a graduate of East Tennessee State University Quillen College Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174567457
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL A PLAYFAIRCredential: MD
Location Address5656 BEE CAVES RDAustin, TX 78746-5280
Mailing AddressPo Box 153105Lufkin, TX 75915-3105 · (936) 639-3036
Phone(936) 639-3036
Fax(936) 639-3064
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEast Tennessee State University Quillen College Of MedicineGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 21, 2014
✔ NPI 1174567457 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · K1000
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
5656 BEE CAVES RD, Austin, TX 78746
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare PINP00398099TX
Medicaid103439903TX
Other8U9820TX · Bcbs
Medicare PIN8F3347TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare and more.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. Paul A Playfair Md 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 ID4789693805
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060418000142
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 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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on nose and sinuses 00160
Anesthesia for procedures on the nose and sinuses involves administering medication to block sensation, ensuring comfort during the procedure. It can be local (numbing a specific area) or general (you're asleep). This helps prevent pain and discomfort during the procedure.
55 services53 patients
Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
24 services24 patients
Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement 01638
Anesthesia for total shoulder joint replacement, either open or endoscopic, involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only the area being operated on is numbed). This ensures comfort and stillness, facilitating a successful procedure.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back 00300
Anesthesia for procedures on skin, muscles, or nerves of the head, neck, and upper back involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during the procedure. This ensures you don't feel pain or discomfort. It's safe and monitored by professionals.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

The Hospital At Westlake Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number670006
Location5656 Bee Caves Road, Suite M-302Austin, TX 78746 · Travis County
Emergency services

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.

WESTLAKE ORTHOPAEDICS SPINE & SPORTS
Orthopaedic Surgery
5656 BEE CAVES RD, K-200
AUSTIN, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 329-6644
OKSANA SILVA DPT
Physical Therapist
5656 BEE CAVES RD
W LAKE HILLS, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 329-6644
DR. THOMAS P BURNS MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
5656 BEE CAVES RD, SUITE K-200
AUSTIN, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 329-6644
AUSTIN CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY, PLLC
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
5656 BEE CAVES RD, SUITE H-201
WEST LAKE HILLS, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 992-0797
MISS NICOLE EFE ALEBESUN CAA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
5656 BEE CAVES RD
WEST LAKE HILLS, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 327-0000
JESSIKA PARHAM DC
Chiropractor
5656 BEE CAVES RD
WEST LAKE HILLS, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 770-6068
DR. EMMANUEL ANTHONY TRIGENIS M.D.
Emergency Medicine
5656 BEE CAVES RD
WEST LAKE HILLS, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 327-0000
KATHERINE ANNE BARCLAY CAA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
5656 BEE CAVES RD
WEST LAKE HILLS, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 327-0000

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 Paul Playfair's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Playfair is 1174567457. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2006.

Where is Paul Playfair located?

Paul Playfair practices at 5656 Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX 78746. The listed phone number is (936) 639-3036.

What is Paul Playfair's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Paul Playfair enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Playfair 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 Paul Playfair accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare and Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit list Paul Playfair 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 Paul Playfair affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Playfair is affiliated with The Hospital At Westlake Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Playfair was last updated on March 21, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.