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EDWARD FRANK CROCKER JR. M.D.
NPI 1770519951
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Columbus, MS

Active since June 23, 2006PECOS Enrolled
255 BAPTIST BLVD, SUITE 401, COLUMBUS, MS 39705(662) 244-2288(662) 244-2289 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 5, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Edward Frank Crocker Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

EDWARD FRANK CROCKER JR. M.D. (NPI 1770519951) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Columbus, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (17871) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770519951
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameEDWARD FRANK CROCKER JR.Credential: M.D.
Location Address255 BAPTIST BLVD, SUITE 401Columbus, MS 39705-2011
Mailing Address965 Ridge Lake Blvd Ste 103Memphis, TN 38120-9446 · (901) 227-3255 · Fax (901) 227-8591
Phone(662) 244-2288
Fax(662) 244-2289
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 5, 2015
✔ NPI 1770519951 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in MS · 17871
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
255 BAPTIST BLVD, Columbus, MS 39705
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare UPINE60530MS
Medicare UPINE60530
Other731-04786AL · Bcbs Al
Medicare PIN512I060026MS
Medicaid05082097MS

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Cigna Healthcare, Molina Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Edward Frank Crocker Jr. M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Edward Crocker reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Noxubee General Critical Access Hospital
30 mi
Emergency Medicine
606 N JEFFERSON ST
Macon, MS 39341
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 24 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1477793305 (662) 726-4231
Correct Care, Inc.
234 mi
Emergency Medicine
229 SAINT JOHN LN
Covington, LA 70433
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 116 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1215987441 (985) 773-1847

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
48 services44 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
25 services24 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
24 services24 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
21 services21 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
18 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39705 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
$159.18 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $39.79 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$64.96 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $16.24 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$109.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$35.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

COLUMBUS CARDIOVASCULAR CARE PLLC
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
255 BAPTIST BLVD, SUITE 402
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 240-1412
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HEALTH SERVICES, INC. OF MISSISSIPPI
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
255 BAPTIST BLVD, SUITE 305
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 244-2288
MICHAEL J BOLAND MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
255 BAPTIST BLVD, SUITE 402
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 240-1412
MRS. MARGARET T ALLGOOD FNP
Nurse Practitioner
255 BAPTIST BLVD, SUITE 402
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 240-1412
JACQUELINE L HAMPTON MD PLLC
Internal Medicine
255 BAPTIST BLVD, SUITE 304
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 327-3494
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HEALTH SERVICES, INC. OF MISSISSIPPI
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
255 BAPTIST BLVD, SUITE 305
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 244-2288
BRADLEY F. SUMRALL PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
255 BAPTIST BLVD, SUITE 401
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 244-2288
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HEALTH SERVICES, INC. OF MISSISSIPPI
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
255 BAPTIST BLVD, SUITE 403
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
Lowndes County (662) 327-3236

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 Edward Crocker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Edward Crocker is 1770519951. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2006.

Where is Edward Crocker located?

Edward Crocker practices at 255 Baptist Blvd Suite 401, Columbus, MS 39705. The listed phone number is (662) 244-2288.

What is Edward Crocker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Edward Crocker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Edward Crocker is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Edward Crocker's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Edward Crocker reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Noxubee General Critical Access Hospital (Macon, MS) and Correct Care, Inc. (Covington, LA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Edward Crocker's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Edward Crocker accept?

Health plans from Cigna Healthcare and Molina Healthcare list Edward Crocker 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 Edward Crocker was last updated on February 5, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.