CHRISTOPHER BARBER M.D.
NPI 1316172562
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Louisville, KY

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Christopher Barber 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.

Christopher Barber 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: 4183914708

  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: I20160609000738, I20160725002970

  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

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each (HCPCS:A7030)

  8 DME suppliers used 22 Medicare Claims 22 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each (HCPCS:A7031)

  8 DME suppliers used 24 Medicare Claims 66 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap (HCPCS:A7034)

  6 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 18 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Headgear used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7035)

  9 DME suppliers used 23 Medicare Claims 23 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Tubing used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7037)

  7 DME suppliers used 26 Medicare Claims 26 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7038)

  10 DME suppliers used 42 Medicare Claims 238 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7039)

  7 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 16 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each (HCPCS:A7046)

  7 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 16 Services Paid

• DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)

  Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)

  6 DME suppliers used 89 Medicare Claims 89 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE005N)

  Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) (HCPCS:E0466)

  3 DME suppliers used 48 Medicare Claims 48 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) (HCPCS:E0470)

  3 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 21 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  High frequency chest wall oscillation system, with full anterior and/or posterior thoracic region receiving simultaneous external oscillation, includes all accessories and supplies, each (HCPCS:E0483)

  2 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 18 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:E0562)

  3 DME suppliers used 29 Medicare Claims 29 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Nebulizer, with compressor (HCPCS:E0570)

  5 DME suppliers used 33 Medicare Claims 33 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE001N)

  Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device (HCPCS:E0601)

  2 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

• DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

  Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

  9 DME suppliers used 209 Medicare Claims 218 Services Paid

• DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

  Portable oxygen concentrator, rental (HCPCS:E1392)

  3 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 21 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days (HCPCS:Q0513)

  13 DME suppliers used 65 Medicare Claims 65 Services Paid

Drugs Administered Through DME

• DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

  Arformoterol, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 15 micrograms (HCPCS:J7605)

  3 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 960 Services Paid

• DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

  Formoterol fumarate, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 20 micrograms (HCPCS:J7606)

  1 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 960 Services Paid

• DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

  Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg (HCPCS:J7613)

  10 DME suppliers used 29 Medicare Claims 6409 Services Paid

• DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

  Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme (HCPCS:J7620)

  4 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 2520 Services Paid

• DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG000N)

  Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg (HCPCS:J7626)

  4 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 1080 Services Paid

• DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

  Revefenacin inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, 1 microgram (HCPCS:J7677)

  2 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 73500 Services Paid

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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

This service was performed 211 times for 93 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

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.

This service was performed 25 times for 25 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

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.

This service was performed 229 times for 155 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes

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.

This service was performed 387 times for 207 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes

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.

This service was performed 269 times for 148 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 30 minutes

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

This service was performed 81 times for 80 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes

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.

This service was performed 22 times for 21 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes

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.

This service was performed 43 times for 43 patients

Test for exercise-induced lung stress

An exercise-induced lung stress test assesses how your lungs respond to physical activity. During the test, you'll exercise on a treadmill or stationary bike while your heart rate, breathing, blood pressure, and oxygen levels are monitored. This helps identify any abnormal lung responses to exercise.

This service was performed 19 times for 18 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors

This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

This service was performed 54 times for 53 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

This service was performed 57 times for 56 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

This service was performed 49 times for 49 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $30.69 for a new patient copayment and $23.48 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 40202 ZIP code area.

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Overall MIPS Quality Performance

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 100, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.

• Final Score: 100 out of 100

  The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.
  
  

• Quality Score: N/A

  The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.
  
  

• Promoting Interoperability Score: 100

  The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data.

• Improvement Activities Score: 40

  The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.
  
  The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores.

• Cost Score: N/A

  The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
  
  Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

• Cost Score: N/A

  The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
  
  Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

Quality Reporting

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Christopher Barber is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation

The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.

The NPI number 1316172562 is valid because the calculated check digit 2 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.

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