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MICHAEL BURCH MD
NPI 1831148337
Hospitalist in Bessemer, AL

Active since May 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
28.59/100
CMS Quality Rating
995 9TH AVE SW, BESSEMER, AL 35022(205) 481-8525 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 3, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Michael Burch Md NPPES

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

MICHAEL BURCH MD (NPI 1831148337) is an individual hospitalist provider in Bessemer, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (26222) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831148337
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL BURCHCredential: MD
Location Address995 9TH AVE SWBessemer, AL 35022-4527
Mailing Address995 9th Ave SwBessemer, AL 35022-4527 · (205) 481-8525
Phone(205) 481-8525
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 3, 2023
NPPES CertifiedMarch 3, 2023
✔ NPI 1831148337 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 26222
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 26222 (AL)
995 9TH AVE SW, Bessemer, AL 35022
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Other Identifiers 2

Other051003712AL · Blue Cross
Other051533916AL · Blue Cross

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

Michael Burch 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 ID4981640661
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050705000127
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 12

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 nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
1,118 services149 patients
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.
525 services181 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.
408 services156 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
363 services111 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
164 services138 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
114 services103 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35022 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.

28.59/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality30
Improvement Activities0
Cost24.1

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 11

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

Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier12 claims372 services$5.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier12 claims4,626 services$0.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
3 suppliers43 claims43 services$50.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress E0261
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
3 suppliers29 claims29 services$43.85 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
5 suppliers47 claims47 services$17.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers25 claims25 services$46.70 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.

BRADLEY MARIE ALMON R.D.
Dietitian, Registered
995 9TH AVE SW
BESSEMER, AL 35022
Jefferson County (205) 481-7183
AMANDA GRACE GIBBONS RD
Dietitian, Registered
995 9TH AVE SW
BESSEMER, AL 35022
Jefferson County (205) 481-7183
MOLLY NEEB NELSON RD, RDN
Dietitian, Registered
995 9TH AVE SW, ATTN: BUSINESS OFFICE
BESSEMER, AL 35022
Jefferson County (205) 481-7183
KEITH JOSEPH BROWN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
995 9TH AVE SW
BESSEMER, AL 35022
Jefferson County (205) 481-7670
MORGAN DYKES
Dietitian, Registered
995 9TH AVE SW
BESSEMER, AL 35022
Jefferson County (205) 481-7183
WEST JEFFERSON RADIOLOGY, LLC
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
995 9TH AVE SW
BESSEMER, AL 35022
Jefferson County (205) 481-8763
JOHNNY V MOORE CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
995 9TH AVE SW
BESSEMER, AL 35022
Jefferson County (205) 481-7670
MICHELE KATHERINE LUDWIG MPT
Physical Therapist
995 9TH AVE SW
BESSEMER, AL 35022
Jefferson County (205) 481-7285

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 Michael Burch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Burch is 1831148337. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2006.

Where is Michael Burch located?

Michael Burch practices at 995 9th Ave SW, Bessemer, AL 35022. The listed phone number is (205) 481-8525.

What is Michael Burch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Michael Burch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Burch 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 Michael Burch accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Michael Burch 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 Michael Burch was last updated on March 3, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.