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CHRISTOPHER JOHN SPIKER M.D.
NPI 1508125782
Internal Medicine in Birmingham, AL

Active since May 09, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
817 PRINCETON AVE SW, POB II. SUITE 300, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211(205) 783-7970(205) 783-7695 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 13, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Christopher John Spiker M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER JOHN SPIKER M.D. (NPI 1508125782) is an individual internal medicine provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (MD.34017) and active in the NPI registry since May 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508125782
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER JOHN SPIKERCredential: M.D.
Location Address817 PRINCETON AVE SW, POB II. SUITE 300Birmingham, AL 35211-1333
Mailing Address3432 Chippenham CirBirmingham, AL 35242-5810 · (205) 410-2063
Phone(205) 783-7970
Fax(205) 783-7695
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMay 9, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 13, 2015
✔ NPI 1508125782 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · MD.34017
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
817 PRINCETON AVE SW, Birmingham, AL 35211
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Accepted Insurance

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

Christopher John Spiker 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 ID7113151051
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151014002593
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 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.
425 services154 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
76 services73 patients
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.
69 services50 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
46 services24 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.
46 services26 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
38 services37 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35211 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier17 claims17 services$6.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier45 claims45 services$91.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier40 claims40 services$33.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$21.37 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 20

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

DR. VERNON D. HORST M.D.
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
817 PRINCETON AVE SW
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 783-0160
PRINCETON WOMENS CARE
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
817 PRINCETON AVE SW, POB II; SUITE 120
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 781-7123
DR. VASUDEVA RAO GOLI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
817 PRINCETON AVE SW, PROFESSIONAL BLDG 2 SUITE 202
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 786-8815
MR. JODY ST.CLAIR PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
817 PRINCETON AVE SW, POB II STE. 306
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 783-0160
THORACIC CARDIAC & VASCULAR SURGERY
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
817 PRINCETON AVE SW, POB II, SUITE 300
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 780-8980
SOUTHEASTERN DERMATOLOGY CENTERS
Specialist
817 PRINCETON AVE SW, POB II, SUITE 302
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 781-6995
MRS. MINERVA AMPUTCH-YOUNG MS, LPC, NCC
Counselor (Professional)
817 PRINCETON AVE SW, SUITE 115
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 453-9888
ERIC BROWN CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
817 PRINCETON AVE SW, SUITE 120
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 783-3320

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 Christopher Spiker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Spiker is 1508125782. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 9, 2012.

Where is Christopher Spiker located?

Christopher Spiker practices at 817 Princeton Ave SW Pob II. Suite 300, Birmingham, AL 35211. The listed phone number is (205) 783-7970.

What is Christopher Spiker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Christopher Spiker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Spiker 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 Christopher Spiker accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Christopher Spiker 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 Christopher Spiker was last updated on November 13, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.