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RAUL G VELARDE MD
NPI 1962498022
Anesthesiology in Atlanta, GA

Active since September 23, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROAD, ATLANTA, GA 30342(770) 645-9181(770) 645-8455 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 26, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Raul G Velarde Md NPPES

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

RAUL G VELARDE MD (NPI 1962498022) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Atlanta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (56377) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northside Hospital Forsyth, and is a graduate of Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962498022
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameRAUL G VELARDECredential: MD
Location Address1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROADAtlanta, GA 30342
Mailing Address3155 N Point Pkwy, Attn: Credentialing Dept., Building F, Suite 100Alpharetta, GA 30005 · (770) 645-9181 · Fax (770) 645-8455
Phone(770) 645-9181
Fax(770) 645-8455
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateSeptember 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 26, 2013
✔ NPI 1962498022 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 56377
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.
1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROAD, Atlanta, GA 30342
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Other Identifiers 6

Medicaid117319532AGA
Medicare PINP00275522GA
Medicare UPINI39212GA
Medicaid117319532BGA
Medicaid117319532CGA
Medicare PIN05BDKTKGA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Insurance Company.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

Raul G Velarde 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 ID7113959370
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050908000529
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 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.

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.
33 services33 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
16 services16 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400
Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.
13 services13 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.
12 services12 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Northside Hospital Forsyth

Acute Care Hospitals · Cumming, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110005
Location1200 Northside Forsyth DriveCumming, GA 30041 · Forsyth County
Birthing friendly

Northside Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Atlanta, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110161
Location1000 Johnson Ferry Road, NEAtlanta, GA 30342 · Fulton County
Birthing friendly

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

Post-Anesthetic Transfer of Care Measure: Procedure Room to a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who are under the care of an anesthesia practitioner and are admitted to a PACU or other non-ICU location in which a post-anesthetic formal transfer of care protocol or checklist which includes the key transfer of…
26%590 patients2/55-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 20

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

CHERYL L WORTHEN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROAD
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Fulton County (770) 645-9181
JAMES J. ZWEIFEL PAAA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROAD
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Fulton County (770) 645-9181
TONI SCOTT CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROAD
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Fulton County (770) 645-9181
VICKIE R WILSON MD
Internal Medicine
1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROAD, KAISER PERMANENTE HOSPITAL SERVICES
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Fulton County (404) 225-0215
WILLIAM C LAVELY MD
Nuclear Medicine
1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROAD
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Fulton County (404) 851-6323
JEFFREY S. THOMAS PAAA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROAD
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Fulton County (770) 645-9181
NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL, INC.
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROAD
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Fulton County (404) 851-8000
GEOBILA DANGOH PAAA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
1000 JOHNSON FERRY ROAD
ATLANTA, GA 30342
Fulton County (770) 645-9181

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 Raul Velarde's NPI number?

The NPI number for Raul Velarde is 1962498022. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 23, 2005.

Where is Raul Velarde located?

Raul Velarde practices at 1000 Johnson Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA 30342. The listed phone number is (770) 645-9181.

What is Raul Velarde's specialty?

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

Is Raul Velarde enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Raul Velarde 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 Raul Velarde accept?

Health plans from Oscar Insurance Company list Raul Velarde 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.

Is Raul Velarde affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Raul Velarde is affiliated with Northside Hospital Forsyth and Northside Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Raul Velarde was last updated on August 26, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.