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PHILIP J FISCHER II MD
NPI 1821163585
Surgery in Birmingham, AL

Active since November 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
800 ST VINCENTS DR, SUITE 630, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205(205) 939-6888(205) 939-6897 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Philip J Fischer Ii Md NPPES

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

PHILIP J FISCHER II MD (NPI 1821163585) is an individual surgery provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (00021924) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821163585
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NamePHILIP J FISCHER IICredential: MD
Location Address800 ST VINCENTS DR, SUITE 630Birmingham, AL 35205
Mailing AddressPost Office Box 130250Birmingham, AL 35213-0250 · (205) 939-6888 · Fax (205) 939-6897
Phone(205) 939-6888
Fax(205) 939-6897
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateNovember 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1821163585 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 00021924
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
800 ST VINCENTS DR, Birmingham, AL 35205
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Other Identifiers 5

Other5595491First Health
Other7727323AL · Aetna
OtherP00012864Medicare Travelers
Other51526308AL · Blue Cross
Medicare UPINH59948

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, UnitedHealthcare.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Philip J Fischer Ii 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 ID1254384662
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050225000321
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Philip Fischer reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Philip J. Fischer, II, M.D.,p.C.
Same address
General Acute Care Hospital
800 SAINT VINCENTS DR, SUITE 630 NORTH TOWER
Birmingham, AL 35205
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
NPI 1275733842 (205) 939-6888

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 6

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This 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.
108 services108 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.
73 services56 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This 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.
23 services11 patients
Removal of growth of skin nerve 64774
This procedure involves the surgical removal of a skin nerve growth. It's typically done under local anesthesia. The surgeon makes a small incision, removes the growth, and then stitches the area closed. It helps alleviate symptoms like pain or discomfort.
18 services17 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.
12 services12 patients
Repair of groin hernia (5 years or older) 49505
Repair of a groin hernia is a procedure aimed at fixing an abnormal bulge that can occur in the area between your abdomen and thigh. This condition happens when tissue pushes through a weak spot in your lower abdominal wall. The repair procedure returns this tissue back to its proper place.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35205 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
22%300 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
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.
94%2,204 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
83%410 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
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…
100%62 patients5/55-star benchmark: 98%
Medication Reconciliation
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.
64%1,197 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
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.
73%1,309 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
40%397 patients2/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
32%402 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Provide Patient Access
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…
69%1,309 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
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…
0%1,309 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
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.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 397 patients
0%397 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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 Philip Fischer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Philip Fischer is 1821163585. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 21, 2006.

Where is Philip Fischer located?

Philip Fischer practices at 800 St Vincents Dr Suite 630, Birmingham, AL 35205. The listed phone number is (205) 939-6888.

What is Philip Fischer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Philip Fischer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Philip Fischer 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Philip Fischer's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Philip Fischer reassigns Medicare benefits to Philip J. Fischer, II, M.D.,p.C. (Birmingham, AL). The 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 Philip Fischer's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Philip Fischer accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and UnitedHealthcare list Philip Fischer 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 Philip Fischer was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.