ALEX M PARKER M.D.
NPI 1376809962
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Gainesville, FL

Q: What is Alex Parker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alex Parker is 1376809962. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 8, 2012.

Q: What is Alex Parker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alex Parker was last updated on January 17, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since April 08, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

78.18/100

CMS Quality Rating

1600 SW ARCHER RD, GAINESVILLE, FL 32610(352) 273-9076(352) 846-0314 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 17, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 17, 2020, Dec 20, 2019, Oct 21, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Alex M Parker M.d. NPPES

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

ALEX M PARKER M.D. (NPI 1376809962) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME140081) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Charlottesville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376809962

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X

Provider Legal NameALEX M PARKERCredential: M.D.

Location Address1600 SW ARCHER RDGainesville, FL 32610-3003

Mailing Address1600 Sw Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610-3003 · (352) 273-9076 · Fax (352) 846-0314

Phone(352) 273-9076

Fax(352) 846-0314

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSFlorida State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateApril 8, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 17, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1376809962 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RA0001X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME140081

Definition

Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License ME140081 (FL)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License ME140081 (FL)

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

1600 SW ARCHER RD, Gainesville, FL 32610

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11215 Lee St, Box 800696Charlottesville, VA 22908-0816 · Phone (434) 924-5725 · Fax (434) 924-4414

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company).Insurance ›

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

Alex M Parker 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 ID9335378140

PECOS Enrollment IDI20191106000477

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 17

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.

271 services66 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

225 services142 patients

Evaluation of lower heart chamber assist device 93750

An evaluation of a lower heart chamber assist device is a procedure to check the function of an implanted device aiding your heart's lower chambers. This helps ensure optimal heart function by monitoring the device's performance and your heart's response to it.

122 services23 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

107 services34 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

93 services92 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.

70 services69 patients

Remote monitoring of pulmonary artery pressure sensor, up to 30 days 93264

Remote monitoring of pulmonary artery pressure is a procedure where a sensor, placed in your lung artery, transmits data about your heart's function for up to 30 days. This helps doctors monitor your heart health remotely, ensuring timely intervention if needed.

64 services18 patients

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152

This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.

46 services44 patients

Insertion of tube in right heart chambers for measurement 93451

This procedure involves placing a small, flexible tube into the right side of your heart. It helps assess how your heart is functioning by measuring pressures within the heart chambers. It's a key tool in diagnosing certain heart conditions.

38 services35 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

34 services28 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

33 services30 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

32 services31 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

28 services28 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

25 services24 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

24 services20 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

18 services18 patients

Insertion of wireless pressure sensor into lung artery through tube with review by radiologist 33289

This procedure involves placing a small, wireless sensor into your lung artery via a tube. This sensor helps monitor your blood pressure within the artery. A radiologist reviews the procedure images to ensure proper sensor placement.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Uf Health Shands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gainesville, FL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100113

Location1600 SW Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610 · Alachua County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32610 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

$130.04 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$99.16 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

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.

78.18/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

72.54

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

54.74

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) A4221

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

3 suppliers17 claims17 services$18.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) A4222

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

3 suppliers38 claims193 services$35.52 avg. paid by Medicare

Injection, dobutamine hydrochloride, per 250 mg J1250

Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI000N

2 suppliers22 claims324 services$4.90 avg. paid by Medicare

Injection, milrinone lactate, 5 mg J2260

Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI026N

1 supplier16 claims501 services$1.38 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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. BAHAREH EBADIFAR KEITH DO

Pediatrics

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-0462

AFRASYAB KHAN

Surgery

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 265-0680

GULSUN ERDAG MD

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 265-9900

DR. ALBERT H. MATTIA D.D.S.

Dentist (Prosthodontics)

1600 SW ARCHER RD, D4-4
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-5801

JOANNA CHAFFIN

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 627-9272

DR. CASEY JUSTIN BEAL MD

Ophthalmology

1600 SW ARCHER RD, BOX 100284
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-8778

WILLIAM CRAIG HICKS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-6438

HENRY FONTILLAS PATALINGHUG CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-6438

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 Alex Parker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alex Parker is 1376809962. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 8, 2012.

Where is Alex Parker located?

Alex Parker practices at 1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610. The listed phone number is (352) 273-9076.

What is Alex Parker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Is Alex Parker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alex Parker 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 Alex Parker accept?

Health plans from AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Alex Parker 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 Alex Parker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alex Parker is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alex Parker was last updated on January 17, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.