CHRISTOPHER TRUSS
NPI 1518973783
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Birmingham, AL

Q: What is Christopher Truss's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Truss is 1518973783. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2006.

Q: What is Christopher Truss's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Truss was last updated on June 29, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

Active since July 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1717 6TH AVE S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233(800) 822-8816 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Christopher Truss NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER TRUSS (NPI 1518973783) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (9391) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Birmingham, and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (1976).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518973783

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER TRUSS

Location Address1717 6TH AVE SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801

Mailing Address1717 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801

Phone(800) 822-8816

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1976

Enumeration DateJuly 31, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 29, 2023

✔ NPI 1518973783 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0100X

License✔ Licensed in AL · 9391

Definition

An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.

1717 6TH AVE S, Birmingham, AL 35233

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12000 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-2110 · Phone (205) 996-4744

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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 Truss 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 ID7911038807

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100621000554

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.

Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45378

This procedure, known as a colonoscopy, involves using a flexible tube with a light and camera to examine the large intestine. It helps detect any abnormalities such as polyps or inflammation. It's a standard procedure to ensure gut health.

22 services22 patients

Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43235

This procedure, known as an upper endoscopy, involves inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera down the throat to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper small bowel. It helps diagnose conditions like ulcers or inflammation.

19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35233 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.

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.

MELANIE MORRIS

Surgery

1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

Jefferson County (800) 822-8816

JESSICA CHA

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

Jefferson County (800) 822-8816

JAMES WALKER

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

Jefferson County (800) 822-8816

TONYA RICHARDS

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

Jefferson County (800) 822-8816

JOSEPH SMITH

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

Jefferson County (800) 822-8816

STACY WADE

Anesthesiology

1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

Jefferson County (800) 822-8816

MRS. CHERYL ANDERSON LANE NP-BC

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)

1717 6TH AVE S, SPAIN REHAB CENTER RM 156
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

Jefferson County (205) 934-2747

TARAH WOODFIN

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

Jefferson County (800) 822-8816

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 Truss's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Truss is 1518973783. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2006.

Where is Christopher Truss located?

Christopher Truss practices at 1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233. The listed phone number is (800) 822-8816.

What is Christopher Truss's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Christopher Truss enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Truss 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 Truss accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Christopher Truss 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 Truss was last updated on June 29, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.