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DR. DAVID N. DESERTSPRING M.D.
NPI 1396750725
Anesthesiology in Tacoma, WA

Active since July 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1901 S. UNION AVENUE, ALLENMORE HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 459-6611(253) 459-6244 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 3, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. David N. Desertspring M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DAVID N. DESERTSPRING M.D. (NPI 1396750725) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD 00048897) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc, and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396750725
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DAVID N. DESERTSPRINGCredential: M.D.
Location Address1901 S. UNION AVENUE, ALLENMORE HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTERTacoma, WA 98405
Mailing Address1303 38th Avenue Ct NwGig Harbor, WA 98335-7738 · (253) 509-8740 · Fax (253) 509-0527
Phone(253) 459-6611
Fax(253) 459-6244
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJuly 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 3, 2021
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 3, 2021
✔ NPI 1396750725 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WA · MD 00048897✔ Licensed in MT · 92143
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.
1901 S. UNION AVENUE, Tacoma, WA 98405
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Other Identifiers 3

Other039670Health Alliance
Medicaid036097900IL
Other050062716Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Mountain Health CO-OP.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

Dr. David N. Desertspring 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 ID2567552557
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210212001304
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 3

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 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.
35 services35 patients
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.
33 services33 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.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Benefis Hospitals Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Great Falls, MT
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number270012
Location1101 26th St SGreat Falls, MT 59405 · Cascade County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 David Desertspring's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Desertspring is 1396750725. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2006.

Where is David Desertspring located?

David Desertspring practices at 1901 S. Union Avenue Allenmore Hospital & Medical Center, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 459-6611.

What is David Desertspring's specialty?

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

Is David Desertspring enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Desertspring 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 David Desertspring accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Mountain Health CO-OP list David Desertspring 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 David Desertspring affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Desertspring is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Desertspring was last updated on February 3, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.