EFREN ALEJANDRO CHAVEZ MORALES MD
NPI 1578977419
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Birmingham, AL

Q: What is Efren Chavez Morales's NPI number?

The NPI number for Efren Chavez Morales is 1578977419. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 18, 2014.

Q: What is Efren Chavez Morales's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Active since June 18, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

81.31/100

CMS Quality Rating

619 19TH ST S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233(205) 934-4011 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 25, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 25, 2024, Oct 17, 2023, Aug 16, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Efren Alejandro Chavez Morales Md NPPES

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

EFREN ALEJANDRO CHAVEZ MORALES MD (NPI 1578977419) is an individual nephrology provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (48512) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578977419

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X

Provider Legal NameEFREN ALEJANDRO CHAVEZ MORALESCredential: MD

Location Address619 19TH ST SBirmingham, AL 35233-1900

Mailing AddressPo Box 55310Birmingham, AL 35255-5310

Phone(205) 934-4011

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateJune 18, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 25, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 25, 2024

✔ NPI 1578977419 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RN0300X

Licenses✔ Licensed in AL · 48512✔ Licensed in FL · ME140700

Definition

An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Hypertension SpecialistTaxonomy 207RH0005X · License ME140700 (FL)

619 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 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

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Efren Alejandro Chavez Morales Md 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 ID5092052597

PECOS Enrollment IDI20241104002703

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 8

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 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.

334 services101 patients

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.

98 services64 patients

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.

58 services54 patients

Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935

Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.

39 services23 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This 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.

26 services22 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

24 services24 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.

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.

81.31/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

78.45

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

50.59

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