DR. BRUCE DONALD AKRIGHT M.D.
NPI 1679515373
Obstetrics & Gynecology - Gynecology in Schertz, TX
NPI Status: Active since June 10, 2006
Contact Information
5000 SCHERTZ PKWY
SUITE 100
SCHERTZ, TX
ZIP 78154
Phone: (210) 650-9978
Fax: (210) 650-5975
- Individual
- Male
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Gynecology
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About BRUCE AKRIGHT
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Bruce Akright, a women's health care provider established in Schertz, Texas with a medical specialization in Obstetrics & Gynecology, focusing in gynecology . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1679515373 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207VG0400X with license number F9126 (TX). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.
- NPI
- 1679515373
- Provider Name
- DR. BRUCE DONALD AKRIGHT M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 5000 SCHERTZ PKWY SUITE 100 SCHERTZ, TX 78154
- Location Phone
- (210) 650-9978
- Location Fax
- (210) 650-5975
- Mailing Address
- 1355 CENTRAL PKWY S SUITE 400 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232
- Mailing Phone
- (210) 650-9978
- Mailing Fax
- (210) 650-5975
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-10-2006
- Last Update Date
- 07-14-2020
- Code Navigator
Women's health care providers like Bruce Akright treat and diagnose diseases and conditions that affect a woman's physical and emotional health. Women's health professionals come from a variety of different specialties, including obstetrician/gynecologists, general surgeons, perinatologists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners or nurse midwives. A women's health provider might help you with family planning, breast care, pregnancy and child birth, osteoporosis, menopause, heart disease, etc.
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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
Obstetrics & Gynecology Gynecology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207VG0400X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- F9126
- License State
- TX
- Taxonomy Description
- A physician who specializes in diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with gynecologic conditions. Source: National Uniform Claim Committee
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 098377703 | MEDICAID (05) | TX | |
| 098377701 | MEDICAID (05) | TX |
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 non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory
Ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina
Urinalysis, manual test
This procedure involves giving anti-cancer drugs, which don't contain hormones, into the muscle or under the skin. These drugs help to stop the growth of cancer cells. The process is usually quick and done by a healthcare professional.
This service was performed 39 times for 25 patientsThis procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
This service was performed 74 times for 74 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 21 times for 18 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 284 times for 261 patientsDenosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.
This service was performed 2,340 times for 25 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsA Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.
This service was performed 68 times for 68 patientsAn ultrasound scan of the lower abdominal region is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. This helps in checking the health of reproductive organs and detecting any abnormalities. The scan is done via a small probe inserted into the body.
This service was performed 21 times for 19 patientsA urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
This service was performed 27 times for 24 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Breast Cancer Screening | 86% | 418 |
| Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer | ||
| Colorectal Cancer Screening | 57% | 458 |
| Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer | ||
| Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | 98% | 3535 |
| 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 | ||
| Engagement of New Medicaid Patients and Follow-up | Yes | N/A |
| Seeing new and follow-up Medicaid patients in a timely manner, including individuals dually eligible for Medicaid and Medicare. A timely manner is defined as within 10 business days for this activity. | ||
| e-Prescribing | 76% | 3660 |
| 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 | 34% | 38 |
| 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. | ||
| Immunization Registry Reporting | Yes | N/A |
| The MIPS eligible clinician is in active engagement with a public health agency to submit immunization data. | ||
| Medication Reconciliation | 93% | 296 |
| 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. | ||
| Patient-Specific Education | 30% | 3178 |
| 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. | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan | 10% | 3021 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous twelve months of the current encounter Normal Parameters: Age 18 years and older BMI >= 18.5 and < 25 kg/m2 | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention | 96% | 2431 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user | ||
| Provide 24/7 Access to MIPS Eligible Clinicians or Groups Who Have Real-Time Access to Patient's Medical Record | Yes | N/A |
| • Provide 24/7 access to MIPS eligible clinicians, groups, or care teams for advice about urgent and emergent care (e.g., MIPS eligible clinician and care team access to medical record, cross-coverage with access to medical record, or protocol-driven nurse line with access to medical record) that could include one or more of the following: • Expanded hours in evenings and weekends with access to the patient medical record (e.g., coordinate with small practices to provide alternate hour office visits and urgent care); • Use of alternatives to increase access to care team by MIPS eligible clinicians and groups, such as e-visits, phone visits, group visits, home visits and alternate locations (e.g., senior centers and assisted living centers); and/or Provision of same-day or next-day access to a consistent MIPS eligible clinician, group or care team when needed for urgent care or transition management. | ||
| Provide Patient Access | 87% | 3178 |
| 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. | ||
| Regularly assess the patient experience of care through surveys, advisory councils and/or other mechanisms. | Yes | N/A |
| Regularly assess the patient experience of care through surveys, advisory councils and/or other mechanisms. | ||
| Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age | 77% | 300 |
| Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis | ||
| Secure Messaging | 45% | 3178 |
| 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. | ||
| Urinary Incontinence: Assessment of Presence or Absence of Urinary Incontinence in Women Aged 65 Years and Older | 89% | 373 |
| Percentage of female patients aged 65 years and older who were assessed for the presence or absence of urinary incontinence within 12 months | ||
| Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly | 18% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 373 |
| 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 1679515373, we treat the final digit (3) 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 57. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 57 = 3).
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 57 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1679515373, enumerated as an "individual" on June 10, 2006.
The provider is located at 5000 SCHERTZ PKWY SUITE 100 SCHERTZ, TX 78154 and the phone number is (210) 650-9978.
Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207VG0400X and a focus in Gynecology.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
