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DR. DOUGLAS A DUERSON MD
NPI 1740260439
Anesthesiology in Dothan, AL

Active since January 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4370 W MAIN ST, ANESTHESIA DEPT, DOTHAN, AL 36305(334) 794-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Douglas A Duerson Md NPPES

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

DR. DOUGLAS A DUERSON MD (NPI 1740260439) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Dothan, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (00015942) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740260439
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DOUGLAS A DUERSONCredential: MD
Location Address4370 W MAIN ST, ANESTHESIA DEPTDothan, AL 36305-1056
Mailing AddressPo Box 934399Atlanta, GA 31193-0001 · (334) 794-5000
Phone(334) 794-5000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJanuary 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1740260439 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 00015942
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 00015942 (AL)
4370 W MAIN ST, Dothan, AL 36305
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINF79276

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

Dr. Douglas A Duerson 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 ID5294760013
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101202000743
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 9

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
31 services30 patients
Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
17 services16 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910
Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.
16 services15 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
14 services14 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
14 services14 patients

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.

TRIAD OF ALABAMA LLC
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
4370 W MAIN ST
DOTHAN, AL 36305
Houston County (334) 793-5000
DOTHAN ANESTHESIOLOGY ASSOCIATES PC
Anesthesiology
4370 W MAIN ST, ANESTHESIA DEPT
DOTHAN, AL 36305
Houston County (334) 794-5000
MR. MICHAEL AARON ALLEN
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
4370 W MAIN ST
DOTHAN, AL 36305
Houston County (334) 793-5000
DR. STEPHEN L HUGHES MD
Anesthesiology
4370 W MAIN ST, ANESTHESIA DEPT
DOTHAN, AL 36305
Houston County (334) 794-5000
MARK ALLEN BYARD MD
Urology
4370 W MAIN ST
DOTHAN, AL 36305
Houston County (334) 793-5000
NOLA GRUBBS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
4370 W MAIN ST
DOTHAN, AL 36305
Houston County (334) 793-5000
CYNTHIA LYNN WOODHAM FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4370 W MAIN ST
DOTHAN, AL 36305
Houston County (334) 793-5000
ANUDEEP KANDEL
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4370 W MAIN ST
DOTHAN, AL 36305
Houston County (334) 793-5000

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 Douglas Duerson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Duerson is 1740260439. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 19, 2006.

Where is Douglas Duerson located?

Douglas Duerson practices at 4370 W Main St Anesthesia Dept, Dothan, AL 36305. The listed phone number is (334) 794-5000.

What is Douglas Duerson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Douglas Duerson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Douglas Duerson 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 Douglas Duerson accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Douglas Duerson 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 Douglas Duerson was last updated on October 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.