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JACOB LESSING M.D.
NPI 1487912762
Anesthesiology in Birmingham, AL

Active since April 24, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
625 19TH ST S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233(205) 934-6525 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 4, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Jacob Lessing M.d. NPPES

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

JACOB LESSING M.D. (NPI 1487912762) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Louisiana (306677) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487912762
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameJACOB LESSINGCredential: M.D.
Location Address625 19TH ST SBirmingham, AL 35233-1900
Mailing Address1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429 · (205) 934-6525
Phone(205) 934-6525
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateApril 24, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 4, 2017
✔ NPI 1487912762 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 306677
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.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
625 19TH ST S, Birmingham, AL 35233
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HMO Louisiana.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

Jacob Lessing 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 ID7214177476
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170831000147
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 2

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.

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.
53 services52 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537
Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.
27 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

RUI ZHENG-PYWELL MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
625 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 975-3288
CYDNEY NICHOLE TERRYN MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
625 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 934-0727
TODD WILLIAM MUDD JR.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
625 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 934-2490
DAVID W MERKLEY DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
625 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 934-4696
DR. SERDAR AKKOL MD, PHD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
625 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 975-3756
MATTHEW GUILFORD LONG
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
625 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 934-6007
AMANDA MARINELLO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
625 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 975-7104
BENJAMIN ROWLAND MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
625 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 975-0208

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 Jacob Lessing's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jacob Lessing is 1487912762. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 24, 2012.

Where is Jacob Lessing located?

Jacob Lessing practices at 625 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233. The listed phone number is (205) 934-6525.

What is Jacob Lessing's specialty?

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

Is Jacob Lessing enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jacob Lessing 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 Jacob Lessing accept?

Health plans from HMO Louisiana list Jacob Lessing 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 Jacob Lessing affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Jacob Lessing is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jacob Lessing was last updated on August 4, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.