MR. DIRK L BERRY MD
NPI 1831282938
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Tuscaloosa, AL

Active since October 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
41.28/100
CMS Quality Rating
1649 MCFARLAND BLVD N, SUITE 203, TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406(205) 556-5541(205) 554-7937 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 9, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Mr. Dirk L Berry Md NPPES

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

MR. DIRK L BERRY MD (NPI 1831282938) is an individual nephrology provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (000016499) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831282938
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameMR. DIRK L BERRYCredential: MD
Location Address1649 MCFARLAND BLVD N, SUITE 203Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-2281
Mailing Address1649 Mcfarland Blvd N, Suite 203Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-2281 · (205) 556-5541 · Fax (205) 554-7937
Fax(205) 554-7937
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateOctober 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 9, 2011
NPI 1831282938 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License Licensed in AL · 000016499
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
1649 MCFARLAND BLVD N, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406

Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid000087432AL
Other51087432AL · Blue Cross/blue Shield Of Alabama
Medicare UPINE73793
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified000087432AL

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Dirk L Berry 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 ID648273490
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100929000854
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 13

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 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.
1,649 services350 patients
Dialysis services, per day, less than full month service (20 years or older) 90970
Dialysis is a treatment that replicates some functions of healthy kidneys when they're not working properly. It helps to remove waste, salt, and excess water from your body and maintain a safe level of certain chemicals in your blood. This service, for patients aged 20 or older, is provided on a daily basis for less than a full month.
1,054 services18 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.
443 services253 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
421 services132 patients
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935
Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.
411 services118 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
192 services172 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35406 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.

41.28/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality40.39
Improvement Activities0
Cost50.43

Reported Quality Measures

Controlling High Blood Pressure
39%805 patients2/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
100%442 patients1/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
34%2,070 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
0%741 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
14%1,152 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
0%1,065 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
15%501 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 69% · 676 patients
Patients screened: 76% · 676 patients
0%46 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 768 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 768 patients
0%768 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1649 MCFARLAND BLVD N, SUITE 201
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Dietitian, Registered
1649 MCFARLAND BLVD N, SUITE 203
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1649 MCFARLAND BLVD N, SUITE 203
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406

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 Dirk Berry's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dirk Berry is 1831282938. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 2, 2006.

Where is Dirk Berry located?

Dirk Berry practices at 1649 Mcfarland Blvd N Suite 203, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406. The listed phone number is (205) 556-5541.

What is Dirk Berry's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Dirk Berry enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dirk Berry 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 Dirk Berry accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and 1 other insurer list Dirk Berry 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 Dirk Berry was last updated on June 9, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.