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BENJAMIN VON SCHWEINITZ
NPI 1255627345
Emergency Medicine in Birmingham, AL

Active since June 27, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1717 6TH AVE S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233(800) 822-8816 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Benjamin Von Schweinitz NPPES

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

BENJAMIN VON SCHWEINITZ (NPI 1255627345) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (34334) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Birmingham, and is a graduate of University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255627345
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN VON SCHWEINITZ
Location Address1717 6TH AVE SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801
Mailing Address1717 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801
Phone(800) 822-8816
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateJune 29, 2023
✔ NPI 1255627345 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 34334
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
1717 6TH AVE S, Birmingham, AL 35233
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11802 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-1932 · Phone (205) 934-5105

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama.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

Benjamin Von Schweinitz 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 ID7113232182
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150819009279
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 8

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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
83 services83 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
53 services53 patients
Management of oxygen chamber therapy 99183
Oxygen chamber therapy involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized room or tube. It's used to treat various conditions like wounds that won't heal due to diabetes or radiation injury. In this therapy, your body's tissues get more oxygen to promote healing and fight infection.
51 services14 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
29 services28 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
25 services14 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
24 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35233 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
$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.

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.

MELANIE MORRIS
Surgery
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
JESSICA CHA
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
JAMES WALKER
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
TONYA RICHARDS
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
JOSEPH SMITH
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
STACY WADE
Anesthesiology
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
MRS. CHERYL ANDERSON LANE NP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1717 6TH AVE S, SPAIN REHAB CENTER RM 156
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 934-2747
TARAH WOODFIN
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816

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 Benjamin Von Schweinitz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Von Schweinitz is 1255627345. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2011.

Where is Benjamin Von Schweinitz located?

Benjamin Von Schweinitz practices at 1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233. The listed phone number is (800) 822-8816.

What is Benjamin Von Schweinitz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Benjamin Von Schweinitz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Von Schweinitz 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 Benjamin Von Schweinitz accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Benjamin Von Schweinitz 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Von Schweinitz was last updated on June 29, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.