RICHARD C CROSS MD
NPI 1992748602
Anesthesiology in Birmingham, AL
NPI Status: Active since June 13, 2006
Contact Information
619 19TH STREET SOUTH
BIRMINGHAM, AL
ZIP 35233
Phone: (205) 934-6600
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 33
- Anesthesiology
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About RICHARD CROSS
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Richard Cross, an anesthesiologist established in Birmingham, Alabama with a medical specialization in Anesthesiology and more than 33 years of experience. He graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 1993. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1992748602 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207L00000X with license number 18208 (AL). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 3 years ago.
- NPI
- 1992748602
- Provider Name
- RICHARD C CROSS MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 619 19TH STREET SOUTH BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
- Location Phone
- (205) 934-6600
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 55310 BIRMINGHAM, AL 35255
- Mailing Phone
- (205) 731-9701
- Medical School Name
- UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- Graduation Year
- 1993
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-13-2006
- Last Update Date
- 06-28-2023
- Code Navigator
An anesthesiologist like Richard Cross manages the care of surgical patients and pain relief through drug administration that reduces or eliminates pain during an operation, medical procedure or during labor and delivery of babies. During surgical procedures anesthesiologists are responsible for adjusting the amount of anesthetic, monitoring the patient's heart rate, body temperature, blood pressure and breathing.
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 619 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 934-3411
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Anesthesiology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207L00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 18208
- License State
- AL
- Taxonomy Description
- 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.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue HSA Bronze - PPO
- Blue Protect - PPO
- Blue Saver Bronze - PPO
- Blue Saver Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Standardized Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Standardized Statewide Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Statewide Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Value Gold - PPO
- Blue Value Silver - PPO
- Blue Access Gold for Business - PPO
- Blue Choice Platinum for Business - PPO
- Blue HSA Silver for Business - PPO
- Blue Saver Bronze for Business - PPO
- Blue Saver Gold for Business - PPO
- Blue Secure Gold for Business - PPO
- Blue Secure Silver for Business - PPO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 050057361 | OTHER (01) | AL | RAILROAD MEDICARE |
| 00119252 | OTHER (01) | MS | MISSISSIPPI MEDICAID |
| 010033CG54470 | OTHER (01) | AL | SECTION 1011 |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Richard Cross is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Richard Cross is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 3173426491
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20100827000280
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Anesthesia for insertion of permanent heart pacemaker
Anesthesia for insertion or replace of pacing heart defibrillator
Anesthesia for other procedure on large blood vessel of neck
Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity
Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm
Anesthesia for x-ray exam of arteries and veins using contrast
Anesthesia for x-ray on arteries
Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin
Anesthesia for a permanent heart pacemaker insertion helps to ensure comfort and calmness during the procedure. It's typically a local anesthetic, numbing the area where the pacemaker is inserted. Sedation may also be given to help you relax. You'll be awake, but may not remember the procedure.
This service was performed 19 times for 19 patientsAnesthesia for the insertion or replacement of a pacing heart defibrillator is a pain management process. It makes you comfortable during the procedure. It can be local, making you numb in a specific area, or general, where you're asleep and feel no pain.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsAnesthesia for a procedure on a large neck blood vessel ensures comfort and safety. It involves administering medication to numb sensation, reduce pain, and potentially cause sleepiness. This allows doctors to perform the necessary procedure without causing discomfort.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsAnesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.
This service was performed 26 times for 26 patientsAnesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsAnesthesia is given to ensure comfort during an X-ray exam of your arteries and veins using contrast. This process involves injecting a dye into your blood vessels to make them visible on X-rays. The anesthesia helps to minimize any discomfort or anxiety.
This service was performed 23 times for 23 patientsAnesthesia for x-ray on arteries is a procedure to ensure comfort during imaging tests. A medicine is given to make you relaxed or sleep, minimizing any discomfort. It's typically used for invasive procedures to examine arteries for blockages or other issues.
This service was performed 24 times for 23 patientsAnesthesia is given before an x-ray of the brain, heart, or chest artery to ensure comfort and stillness. It helps to eliminate discomfort or pain during the procedure. It's administered by a trained professional, ensuring a safe and smooth procedure.
This service was performed 52 times for 52 patientsThis procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1992748602, we treat the final digit (2) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 68. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 68 = 2).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 68 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1992748602, enumerated as an "individual" on June 13, 2006.
The provider is located at 619 19TH STREET SOUTH BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233 and the phone number is (205) 934-6600.
Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Railroad. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
