DR. NKOSI HERBERT ALVAREZ M.D
NPI 1205287794
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Richmond, VA

Q: What is Nkosi Alvarez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nkosi Alvarez is 1205287794. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 25, 2016.

Q: What is Nkosi Alvarez's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nkosi Alvarez was last updated on April 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since June 25, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1250 E MARSHALL ST, RICHMOND, VA 23298(804) 828-2775(804) 828-0191 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 27, 2026, Mar 5, 2024, Nov 10, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Nkosi Herbert Alvarez M.d NPPES

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

DR. NKOSI HERBERT ALVAREZ M.D (NPI 1205287794) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Richmond, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101286932) and active in the NPI registry since June 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205287794

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. NKOSI HERBERT ALVAREZCredential: M.D

Location Address1250 E MARSHALL STRichmond, VA 23298-5023

Mailing AddressPo Box 780125Philadelphia, PA 19178-0125 · (804) 922-4844

Phone(804) 828-2775

Fax(804) 828-0191

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateJune 25, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateApril 27, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 27, 2026

✔ NPI 1205287794 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in VA · 0101286932

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 MT211891 (PA)

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

1250 E MARSHALL ST, Richmond, VA 23298

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 11015 Walnut St Ste 620Philadelphia, PA 19107-5005 · Phone (215) 955-6864 · Fax (215) 955-2878

Location 2600 N Wolfe StBaltimore, MD 21287-0005 · Phone (410) 955-5000

Location 31213 E Clay StRichmond, VA 23298-5071 · Phone (804) 828-2775 · Fax (804) 828-0191

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Health.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. Nkosi Herbert Alvarez 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 ID9830455401

PECOS Enrollment IDI20260430003446

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

Mcv Associated Physicians

Same address

Anesthesiology

1250 E MARSHALL ST, MAIN 1-214, BOX 980510
Richmond, VA 23298

Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
2,481 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1710959457 (804) 828-8707

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Richmond, VA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number490032

LocationPost Office Box 980510 1250 East Marshall StreetRichmond, VA 23298 · Richmond City County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 23298 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

$170.30 typical visit price

range $56.19 – $170.30

Typical copayment $42.57 (range $14.04 – $42.57)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$70.08 typical visit price

range $18.07 – $138.91

Typical copayment $17.52 (range $4.51 – $34.72)

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 20

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

NEVIN YILMAZ MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

1250 E MARSHALL ST
RICHMOND, VA 23298

Richmond City (804) 828-9783

MS. RENEE D SEAMAN NP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

1250 E MARSHALL ST, GENERAL MEDICINE
RICHMOND, VA 23298

Richmond City (804) 828-3144

DR. AIMEE COLLINS MD

Internal Medicine

1250 E MARSHALL ST, INTERNAL MEDICINE
RICHMOND, VA 23298

Richmond City (804) 828-3144

MRS. MARY ELIZABETH O'BOYLE WILLIS FNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

1250 E MARSHALL ST, DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRICS
RICHMOND, VA 23298

Richmond City (804) 628-0189

DR. AMY SAMANTHA MAY PAUL M.D.

Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)

1250 E MARSHALL ST, DEPT. OF INTERNAL MEDICINE/GERIATRIC MEDICINE
RICHMOND, VA 23298

Richmond City (804) 254-3500

MRS. ERICA STOREY CLINE PA-C

Physician Assistant

1250 E MARSHALL ST, EMERGENCY MEDICINE
RICHMOND, VA 23298

Richmond City (804) 828-0996

CYNTHIA CHENAULT AGACNP

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

1250 E MARSHALL ST
RICHMOND, VA 23298

Richmond City (804) 628-3646

DR. TAYLOR LATIA ROACH MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

1250 E MARSHALL ST
RICHMOND, VA 23298

Richmond City (804) 628-7497

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 Nkosi Alvarez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nkosi Alvarez is 1205287794. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 25, 2016.

Where is Nkosi Alvarez located?

Nkosi Alvarez practices at 1250 E Marshall St, Richmond, VA 23298. The listed phone number is (804) 828-2775.

What is Nkosi Alvarez's specialty?

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

Is Nkosi Alvarez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nkosi Alvarez 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 Nkosi Alvarez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nkosi Alvarez reassigns Medicare benefits to Mcv Associated Physicians (Richmond, VA). 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 Nkosi Alvarez's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Nkosi Alvarez accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health list Nkosi Alvarez 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 Nkosi Alvarez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nkosi Alvarez is affiliated with Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nkosi Alvarez was last updated on April 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.