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NARESH KUMAR MD
NPI 1235147158
Surgery in Tuscaloosa, AL

Active since August 04, 2006PECOS Enrolled
225 UNIVERSITY BLVD E, SUITE 303, TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401(205) 345-4313(205) 345-4314 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Naresh Kumar Md NPPES

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

NARESH KUMAR MD (NPI 1235147158) is an individual surgery provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (7801) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235147158
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameNARESH KUMARCredential: MD
Location Address225 UNIVERSITY BLVD E, SUITE 303Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Mailing Address225 University Blvd E, Suite 303Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 · (205) 345-4313 · Fax (205) 345-4314
Phone(205) 345-4313
Fax(205) 345-4314
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1235147158 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 7801
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
225 UNIVERSITY BLVD E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid000043491AL
Medicare UPINC70811
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified000043491AL

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)

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

Naresh Kumar MD PC
Same address
Surgery
225 UNIVERSITY BLVD E, STE 303
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
NPI 1700157823 (205) 345-4313

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.

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.
767 services53 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.
47 services41 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
20 services20 patients
Insertion of stomach tube using a flexible endoscope 43246
This procedure involves the use of a flexible endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera, to insert a stomach tube. It helps doctors view and access your stomach without surgery. It's typically performed under sedation to ensure comfort.
19 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35401 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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

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

NARESH KUMAR MD PC
Surgery
225 UNIVERSITY BLVD E, STE 303
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401
Tuscaloosa County (205) 345-4313

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 Naresh Kumar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Naresh Kumar is 1235147158. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2006.

Where is Naresh Kumar located?

Naresh Kumar practices at 225 University Blvd E Suite 303, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. The listed phone number is (205) 345-4313.

What is Naresh Kumar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Naresh Kumar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Naresh Kumar is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Naresh Kumar's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Naresh Kumar reassigns Medicare benefits to Naresh Kumar MD PC (Tuscaloosa, AL). 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 Naresh Kumar'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 Naresh Kumar was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.