DR. JOHN STEWART FISCHER MD
NPI 1497780761
Family Medicine in Ashland, AL

Active since July 12, 2006PECOS Enrolled
88.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
83745 HIGHWAY 9 STE B, ASHLAND, AL 36251(256) 354-4142(256) 354-0396 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 20, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. John Stewart Fischer Md NPPES

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

DR. JOHN STEWART FISCHER MD (NPI 1497780761) is an individual family medicine provider in Ashland, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (19176) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497780761
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN STEWART FISCHERCredential: MD
Location Address83745 HIGHWAY 9 STE BAshland, AL 36251-7988
Mailing Address83745 Highway 9 Ste BAshland, AL 36251-7988 · (205) 936-9333
Fax(256) 354-0396
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJuly 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 20, 2023
NPPES CertifiedNovember 20, 2023
NPI 1497780761 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in AL · 19176
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
83745 HIGHWAY 9 STE B, Ashland, AL 36251

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid009935902AL
Other51532517AL · Bcbs

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 (PECOS)

Dr. John Stewart Fischer Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID5294732251
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061103000503
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 28

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
754 services265 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
328 services156 patients
Annual, face-to-face intensive behavioral therapy for cardiovascular disease, individual, 15 minutes G0446
This is a yearly, personal consultation focused on behaviors affecting heart health. It lasts 15 minutes and may cover topics like diet, exercise, and stress management. It's about learning healthy habits to protect your heart.
205 services205 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
183 services183 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
183 services183 patients
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
176 services57 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 36251 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

88.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality93.72
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.75

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Treatment for Upper Respiratory Infection (URI)
85%26 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
87%950 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
36%347 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
99%4,304 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
97%1,710 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 87% · 1,243 patients
Patients screened: 92% · 1,243 patients
72%218 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 16% · 642 patients
Patients totalRate: 39% · 642 patients
41%642 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 13

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers28 claims53 services$5.46 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
9 suppliers19 claims23 services$0.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$76.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier31 claims31 services$17.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers20 claims20 services$7.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier18 claims18 services$46.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

Family Medicine
83745 HIGHWAY 9 STE B
ASHLAND, AL 36251

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 John Fischer's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Fischer is 1497780761. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 12, 2006.

Where is John Fischer located?

John Fischer practices at 83745 Highway 9 Ste B, Ashland, AL 36251. The listed phone number is (256) 354-4142.

What is John Fischer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is John Fischer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Fischer is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does John Fischer accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and UnitedHealthcare list John Fischer 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 John Fischer was last updated on November 20, 2023. 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.