DR. KIYOSHI CHRISTOPHER SCISSUM MD
NPI 1407383581
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Huntsville, AL

Active since May 19, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.33/100
CMS Quality Rating
101 SIVLEY RD SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801(256) 265-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 15, 2024, Feb 11, 2023, Jul 21, 2022 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Kiyoshi Christopher Scissum Md NPPES

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

DR. KIYOSHI CHRISTOPHER SCISSUM MD (NPI 1407383581) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Huntsville, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (46469) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407383581
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. KIYOSHI CHRISTOPHER SCISSUMCredential: MD
Location Address101 SIVLEY RD SWHuntsville, AL 35801-4421
Mailing Address420 Lowell Dr Se Fl 5Huntsville, AL 35801-3754
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMay 19, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJune 15, 20246 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 15, 2024
NPI 1407383581 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0200X
Licenses Licensed in AL · 46469 Licensed in NC · 2020-0043
Definition
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License 2020-0043 (NC)
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 2020-00043 (NC)
101 SIVLEY RD SW, Huntsville, AL 35801

Accepted 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

Dr. Kiyoshi Christopher Scissum 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 ID3577833052
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230818002637
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 7

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 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.
134 services57 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
92 services62 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.
42 services33 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
38 services37 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.
37 services37 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35801 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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.

98.33/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality82.93
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.

Anesthesiology
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Hospitalist
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Anesthesiology
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

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 Kiyoshi Scissum's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kiyoshi Scissum is 1407383581. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2017.

Where is Kiyoshi Scissum located?

Kiyoshi Scissum practices at 101 Sivley Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801. The listed phone number is (256) 265-1000.

What is Kiyoshi Scissum's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Is Kiyoshi Scissum enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kiyoshi Scissum 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 Kiyoshi Scissum accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and 1 other insurer list Kiyoshi Scissum 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 Kiyoshi Scissum was last updated on June 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.