GERALD D KARCHER JR. MD
NPI 1467457515
Radiology - Pediatric Radiology in Birmingham, AL

Q: What is Gerald Karcher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gerald Karcher is 1467457515. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2005.

Q: What is Gerald Karcher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Pediatric Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085P0229X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gerald Karcher was last updated on January 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.

Active since June 16, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

50 MEDICAL PARK DR E, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235(205) 838-3435 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Gerald D Karcher Jr. Md NPPES

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

GERALD D KARCHER JR. MD (NPI 1467457515) is an individual pediatric radiology provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Louisiana (MD.021258) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Childrens Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467457515

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2085P0229X

Provider Legal NameGERALD D KARCHER JR.Credential: MD

Location Address50 MEDICAL PARK DR EBirmingham, AL 35235-3401

Mailing Address2000a Southbridge Pkwy, Ste 300Birmingham, AL 35209-7718 · (205) 871-4274 · Fax (205) 871-4301

Phone(205) 838-3435

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1991

Enumeration DateJune 16, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 17, 2025

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 17, 2025

✔ NPI 1467457515 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Pediatric RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085P0229X

License✔ Licensed in LA · MD.021258

Definition

A radiologist who is proficient in all forms of diagnostic imaging as it pertains to the treatment of diseases in the newborn, infant, child and adolescent. This specialist has knowledge of both imaging and interventional procedures related to the care and management of diseases of children. A pediatric radiologist must be highly knowledgeable of all organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases peculiar to infants and children and diseases that begin in childhood but cause substantial residual impairment in adulthood.

Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 18865 (AL)

50 MEDICAL PARK DR E, Birmingham, AL 35235

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Other Identifiers 17

Medicaid009938812AL

Medicaid009938813AL

Other051512412AL · Blue Cross

Medicaid009992475AL

Medicaid009938814AL

Other051510974AL · Blue Cross

Other051539878AL · Blue Cross

Other051504414AL · Blue Cross

Medicaid051504414AL

Other051525308AL · Blue Cross

Medicaid009938816AL

Medicaid009938817AL

Other051512887AL · Blue Cross

Other051504430AL · Blue Cross

Other051504431AL · Blue Cross

Other051504432AL · Blue Cross

Other051512413AL · Blue Cross

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana.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

Gerald D Karcher Jr. 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 ID6204736051

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240401002539

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045

A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.

21 services17 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.

18 services15 patients

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Childrens Hospital

Childrens · New Orleans, LA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number193300

Location200 Henry Clay AveNew Orleans, LA 70118 · Orleans 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.

100/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

100

Reported Quality Measures

Radiology: Reminder System for Screening Mammograms

Percentage of patients undergoing a screening mammogram whose information is entered into a reminder system with a target due date for the next mammogram

100%212 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

EMILY KARANJA CRNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

50 MEDICAL PARK DR E
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

Jefferson County (205) 838-3245

LEANNE PHILLIPS

Pharmacist

50 MEDICAL PARK DR E
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

Jefferson County (205) 915-1011

DR. LEE T WIMBERLY MD

Internal Medicine

50 MEDICAL PARK DR E
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

Jefferson County (205) 838-3000

ALAN FREDERICK KITCHENS MD

Emergency Medicine

50 MEDICAL PARK DR E, ST. VINCENT'S EAST
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

Jefferson County (205) 545-9530

ST. VINCENT'S EAST

Prosthetic/Orthotic Supplier

50 MEDICAL PARK DR E
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

Jefferson County (205) 838-3353

TREY ALEXANDER AKINS

Registered Nurse (Critical Care Medicine)

50 MEDICAL PARK DR E
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

Jefferson County (205) 838-3655

CHRISTOPHER H VANCE

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

50 MEDICAL PARK DR E
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

Jefferson County (205) 838-3182

MEREDITH TITTLE

Family Medicine

50 MEDICAL PARK DR E
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

Jefferson County (205) 838-3000

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 Gerald Karcher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gerald Karcher is 1467457515. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2005.

Where is Gerald Karcher located?

Gerald Karcher practices at 50 Medical Park Dr E, Birmingham, AL 35235. The listed phone number is (205) 838-3435.

What is Gerald Karcher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Pediatric Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085P0229X.

Is Gerald Karcher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gerald Karcher 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 Gerald Karcher accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Gerald Karcher 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 Gerald Karcher affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gerald Karcher is affiliated with Childrens Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gerald Karcher was last updated on January 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.