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AKAASH ANAND KUMAR MD
NPI 1346636834
Anesthesiology in Bethlehem, PA

Active since April 10, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.64/100
CMS Quality Rating
801 OSTRUM ST, BETHLEHEM, PA 18015(484) 526-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 12, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 12, 2026, Jul 16, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Akaash Anand Kumar Md NPPES

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

AKAASH ANAND KUMAR MD (NPI 1346636834) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD467431) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem, and is a graduate of Temple University School Of Medicine (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346636834
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameAKAASH ANAND KUMARCredential: MD
Location Address801 OSTRUM STBethlehem, PA 18015-1000
Mailing AddressPo Box 500Souderton, PA 18964-0500 · (610) 954-5810
Phone(484) 526-4000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTemple University School Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 10, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 12, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 12, 2026
✔ NPI 1346636834 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD467431
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.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
801 OSTRUM ST, Bethlehem, PA 18015
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Other Identifiers 2

OtherMD467431PA · License
Other25MA10606700NJ · License

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Akaash Anand Kumar 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 ID42517344
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191101001333
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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
41 services41 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
37 services37 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
33 services33 patients
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
23 services23 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.
16 services16 patients
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.
16 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem

Acute Care Hospitals · Bethlehem, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390049
Location801 Ostrum StreetBethlehem, PA 18015 · Northampton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Hospital - Easton Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Easton, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390162
Location250 South 21st StreetEaston, PA 18042 · Northampton County
Emergency services

St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Coaldale, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390183
Location360 W Ruddle StreetCoaldale, PA 18218 · Schuylkill County
Emergency services

St Luke's Hospital - Monroe Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Stroudsburg, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390330
Location100 St Luke's LaneStroudsburg, PA 18360 · Monroe County
Emergency services

St Luke's Hospital - Carbon Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Lehighton, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390335
Location500 St Luke's DriveLehighton, PA 18235 · Carbon County
Emergency services

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.

95.64/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.57
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

DR. MELANIE KAY TUROCK D.O.
Emergency Medicine
801 OSTRUM ST, DEPT. OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
Northampton County (610) 954-4903
KELLY HAY
Emergency Medicine
801 OSTRUM ST
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
Northampton County (973) 769-1524
DR. RACHEL O'CONNELL M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
801 OSTRUM ST
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
Northampton County (610) 393-8958
KRISTEN N SCHOLZ CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
801 OSTRUM ST
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
Northampton County (484) 526-2200
HARRISON COURIE MD
Emergency Medicine
801 OSTRUM ST
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
Northampton County (484) 526-4903
EMILY BUHEDO ERNST MD
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
801 OSTRUM ST
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
Northampton County (484) 526-3890
DR. AMY LYNN MORRISSEY DNP, CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
801 OSTRUM ST
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
Northampton County (610) 954-5810
BRANDON MERKERT
Emergency Medicine
801 OSTRUM ST
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
Northampton County (484) 526-4000

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 Akaash Kumar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Akaash Kumar is 1346636834. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2015.

Where is Akaash Kumar located?

Akaash Kumar practices at 801 Ostrum St, Bethlehem, PA 18015. The listed phone number is (484) 526-4000.

What is Akaash Kumar's specialty?

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

Is Akaash Kumar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Akaash Kumar 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.

Is Akaash Kumar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Akaash Kumar is affiliated with St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem, St Luke's Hospital - Easton Campus, St Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital, St Luke's Hospital - Monroe Campus and St Luke's Hospital - Carbon Campus.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Akaash Kumar was last updated on January 12, 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.