DR. LUIS F PINEDA MD, MSHA
NPI 1538125695
Specialist in Birmingham, AL
NPI Status: Active since April 25, 2006
Contact Information
1509 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL
ZIP 35233
Phone: (205) 521-5525
Fax: (205) 930-3546
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 49
- Specialist
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About LUIS PINEDA
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Luis Pineda, a provider established in Birmingham, Alabama with a medical specialization in Specialist and more than 49 years of experience. He graduated from University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine in 1978. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1538125695 assigned on April 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 174400000X with license number AP9400362 (AL). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1538125695
- Provider Name
- DR. LUIS F PINEDA MD, MSHA
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1509 6TH AVE S BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
- Location Phone
- (205) 521-5525
- Location Fax
- (205) 930-3546
- Mailing Address
- 1909 LAUREL RD VESTAVIA, AL 35216
- Mailing Phone
- (205) 978-3570
- Mailing Fax
- (205) 930-3546
- Medical School Name
- UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
- Graduation Year
- 1978
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 04-25-2006
- Last Update Date
- 08-20-2025
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Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 1909 Laurel Rd
Vestavia, AL 35216
(205) 978-3570
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Specialist
- Taxonomy Code
- 174400000X
- Type
- Other Service Providers
- License No.
- AP9400362
- License State
- AL
- Taxonomy Description
- An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue HSA Bronze - PPO
- Blue Protect - PPO
- Blue Saver Bronze - PPO
- Blue Saver Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Standardized Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Standardized Statewide Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Statewide Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Value Gold - PPO
- Blue Value Silver - PPO
- Blue Access Gold for Business - PPO
- Blue Choice Platinum for Business - PPO
- Blue HSA Silver for Business - PPO
- Blue Saver Bronze for Business - PPO
- Blue Saver Gold for Business - PPO
- Blue Secure Gold for Business - PPO
- Blue Secure Silver for Business - PPO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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Additional Identifiers
The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.
| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 510 33535 | OTHER (01) | AL | BCBS |
| 529909970 | MEDICAID (05) | AL |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Luis Pineda is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Luis Pineda is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 6103716964
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20040420001189
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies
The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.
Durable Medical Equipment
DME-Other DME (DE017N)
Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) (HCPCS:A4221)
8 DME suppliers used 105 Medicare Claims 291 Services Paid
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)
Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) (HCPCS:A4222)
1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid
DME-Other DME (DE000N)
Ambulatory infusion pump, mechanical, reusable, for infusion 8 hours or greater (HCPCS:E0779)
4 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 17 Services Paid
DME-Other DME (DE000N)
Supplies for external non-insulin drug infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each (HCPCS:K0552)
12 DME suppliers used 176 Medicare Claims 710 Services Paid
Unknown
Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB005N)
Parenteral nutrition solution, not otherwise specified, 10 grams lipids (HCPCS:B4185)
1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 413 Services Paid
Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB005N)
Parenteral nutrition solution; compounded amino acid and carbohydrates with electrolytes, trace elements, and vitamins, including preparation, any strength, 52 to 73 grams of protein - premix (HCPCS:B4193)
1 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 122 Services Paid
Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB005N)
Parenteral nutrition supply kit; premix, per day (HCPCS:B4220)
1 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 129 Services Paid
Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB005N)
Parenteral nutrition administration kit, per day (HCPCS:B4224)
1 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 129 Services Paid
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) (RI008N)
Injection, immune globulin (privigen), intravenous, non-lyophilized (e.g., liquid), 500 mg (HCPCS:J1459)
3 DME suppliers used 26 Medicare Claims 1950 Services Paid
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) (RI008N)
Injection, immune globulin (bivigam), 500 mg (HCPCS:J1556)
2 DME suppliers used 27 Medicare Claims 2200 Services Paid
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) (RI008N)
Injection, immune globulin, (gammaplex), intravenous, non-lyophilized (e.g., liquid), 500 mg (HCPCS:J1557)
2 DME suppliers used 25 Medicare Claims 1040 Services Paid
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) (RI008N)
Injection, immune globulin (hizentra), 100 mg (HCPCS:J1559)
11 DME suppliers used 154 Medicare Claims 46460 Services Paid
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) (RI008N)
Injection, immune globulin, (gamunex-c/gammaked), non-lyophilized (e.g., liquid), 500 mg (HCPCS:J1561)
3 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 1320 Services Paid
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) (RI008N)
Injection, immune globulin, (octagam), intravenous, non-lyophilized (e.g., liquid), 500 mg (HCPCS:J1568)
2 DME suppliers used 22 Medicare Claims 1060 Services Paid
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) (RI008N)
Injection, immune globulin/hyaluronidase, (hyqvia), 100 mg immuneglobulin (HCPCS:J1575)
1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 5850 Services Paid
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) (RI008N)
Injection, immune globulin, intravenous, non-lyophilized (e.g., liquid), not otherwise specified, 500 mg (HCPCS:J1599)
3 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 1190 Services Paid
Treatment-Chemotherapy (RH012N)
Services, supplies and accessories used in the home under the medicare intravenous immune globulin (ivig) demonstration (HCPCS:Q2052)
5 DME suppliers used 44 Medicare Claims 44 Services Paid
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, additional sequential infusion, 1 hour or less
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, each additional hour
Infusion, normal saline solution, 250 cc
Infusion, normal saline solution, sterile (500 ml = 1 unit)
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle
Injection, diphenhydramine hcl, up to 50 mg
Injection, ferumoxytol, for treatment of iron deficiency anemia, 1 mg (non-esrd use)
Injection, iron dextran, 50 mg
Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes
Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. When administered into a vein, it's often through an IV. This procedure usually lasts 1 hour or less. You may feel a slight pinch as the needle is inserted, but it's generally painless.
This service was performed 98 times for 12 patientsA Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
This service was performed 778 times for 154 patientsThis is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
This service was performed 89 times for 36 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 867 times for 175 patientsThis service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
This service was performed 25 times for 21 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 310 times for 39 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 160 times for 34 patientsThis is a procedure where a medical professional inserts a small tube into your vein to deliver medication, nutrients, or fluids directly into your bloodstream. This can be for treatment, prevention, or diagnosis. The process typically takes less than an hour.
This service was performed 183 times for 59 patientsThis procedure involves injecting fluids or medication directly into your vein. It's used for treatment, prevention, or diagnosis. An additional sequential infusion may be given within an hour if needed. This helps to ensure the medicine is distributed effectively in your body.
This service was performed 200 times for 32 patientsThis procedure involves delivering medication, fluids, or nutrients directly into your vein. This is done to treat, prevent, or diagnose various conditions. Each additional hour refers to the extended time you may need to receive these substances for optimal results.
This service was performed 206 times for 32 patientsAn infusion of normal saline solution, 250 cc, involves administering a sterile saltwater solution into your body through a vein, usually in your arm. This helps to replenish fluids, maintain hydration, and balance electrolytes in your body.
This service was performed 159 times for 35 patientsAn infusion of a normal saline solution is a common medical procedure. Sterile saline (salt water) is administered into your bloodstream via a drip. This helps to maintain fluid balance in your body, especially when you're unable to drink enough liquids.
This service was performed 152 times for 32 patientsInitial 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.
This service was performed 70 times for 50 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 55 times for 24 patientsDiphenhydramine HCL injection is a medicine given to alleviate symptoms of allergies, colds, or hay fever. It can also help with motion sickness and certain symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Up to 50 mg may be administered depending on your condition.
This service was performed 83 times for 30 patientsFerumoxytol injection is a treatment for iron deficiency anemia, a condition where your body lacks enough iron. It is injected into your vein to increase iron levels, aiding in the production of healthy red blood cells. This treatment is not for ESRD patients.
This service was performed 39,270 times for 28 patientsIron dextran injection, 50 mg, is a treatment to supplement iron in the body, a crucial element for blood production. It's typically used when oral iron intake is insufficient or not possible. The injection is given by a healthcare professional.
This service was performed 295 times for 21 patientsThis is a procedure where a small dose of Vitamin B-12, also known as Cyanocobalamin, is injected into your body. This vitamin is essential for nerve function and the production of red blood cells. It's often used to treat vitamin B-12 deficiency.
This service was performed 32 times for 21 patientsThis is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsQuality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Annual registration in the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Yes | N/A |
| Annual registration by eligible clinician or group in the prescription drug monitoring program of the state where they practice. Activities that simply involve registration are not sufficient. MIPS eligible clinicians and groups must participate for a minimum of 6 months. | ||
| Breast Cancer Screening | 92% | 184 |
| Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer | ||
| Colorectal Cancer Screening | 96% | 275 |
| Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer | ||
| Consultation of the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Yes | N/A |
| Clinicians would attest to reviewing the patients’ history of controlled substance prescription using state prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) data prior to the issuance of a Controlled Substance Schedule II (CSII) opioid prescription lasting longer than 3 days. For the transition year, clinicians would attest to 60 percent review of applicable patient’s history. For the Quality Payment Program Year 2 and future years, clinicians would attest to 75 percent review of applicable patient’s history performance. | ||
| Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | 100% | 3266 |
| Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter. This list must include ALL known prescriptions, over-the-counters, herbals, and vitamin/mineral/dietary (nutritional) supplements AND must contain the medications' name, dosage, frequency and route of administration | ||
| e-Prescribing | 69% | 3668 |
| At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology. | ||
| Health Information Exchange | 4% | 25 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for at least one transition of care or referral. | ||
| Medication Reconciliation | 82% | 198 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Oncology: Medical and Radiation - Pain Intensity Quantified | 100% | 65 |
| Percentage of patient visits, regardless of patient age, with a diagnosis of cancer currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy in which pain intensity is quantified | ||
| Patient-Specific Education | 86% | 663 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Provide Patient Access | 69% | 663 |
| At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold certain information. | ||
| Secure Messaging | 0% | 663 |
| For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure message sent by the patient (or the patient-authorized representative) during the performance period. | ||
| Security Risk Analysis | Yes | N/A |
| Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process. | ||
| Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly | 0% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 285 |
| Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication. 2) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least two of the same high-risk medication | ||
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1538125695, we treat the final digit (5) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 65. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 65 = 5).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 65 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1538125695, enumerated as an "individual" on April 25, 2006.
The provider is located at 1509 6TH AVE S BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233 and the phone number is (205) 521-5525.
Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.