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DENFORD KEITH RATHEL M.D.
NPI 1386624971
Anesthesiology in Huntsville, AL

Q: What is Denford Rathel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Denford Rathel is 1386624971. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 19, 2006. The provider is also known as Keith Rathel M.D.

Q: What is Denford Rathel's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Denford Rathel was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 30 days 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 January 19, 2006PECOS Enrolled

83.23/100

CMS Quality Rating

101 SIVLEY RD SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801(256) 265-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, Nov 5, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Denford Keith Rathel M.d. NPPES

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

DENFORD KEITH RATHEL M.D. (NPI 1386624971) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Huntsville, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (00015649) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386624971

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDENFORD KEITH RATHELCredential: M.D.

Location Address101 SIVLEY RD SWHuntsville, AL 35801-4421

Mailing Address2006 Franklin St Se, Ste 301Huntsville, AL 35801-4551 · (256) 539-9471 · Fax (256) 539-9472

Phone(256) 265-1000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1987

Enumeration DateJanuary 19, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1386624971 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in AL · 00015649

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.

101 SIVLEY RD SW, Huntsville, AL 35801

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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Keith Rathel M.d

Other Identifiers 2

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Other51523703AL · Bcbs Madison Surgery Ctr

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

Denford Keith Rathel 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 ID6103889423

PECOS Enrollment IDI20081110000652

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 6

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.

37 services37 patients

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670

Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.

21 services21 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.

15 services15 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.

15 services15 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back 00300

Anesthesia for procedures on skin, muscles, or nerves of the head, neck, and upper back involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during the procedure. This ensures you don't feel pain or discomfort. It's safe and monitored by professionals.

14 services14 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.

13 services13 patients

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.

83.23/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

80.27

Improvement Activities

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

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