Richard Cross, MD
NPI 1992748602 · Anesthesiology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Cross, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1992748602).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992748602
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 18208 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
134 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Artery Tube for Blood Sampling Or Infusion Through Skin36620 | 29 | $40 |
| Anesthesia for X-Ray on Arteries01924 | 28 | $203 |
| Anesthesia for X-Ray on Artery of Brain, Heart, Or Chest01926 | 27 | $329 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Skin of Arms, Legs, and Front Body00400 | 14 | $153 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Artery of Upper Leg01270 | 12 | $429 |
| Anesthesia for Open Amputation Below the Knee01482 | 12 | $181 |
| Anesthesia for X-Ray Exam of Arteries and Veins Using Contrast |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 619 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35233-1900Phone: (205) 934-3411
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-13
- Last updated
- 2023-06-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Cross's NPI number?
- Richard Cross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992748602, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Cross's specialty?
- Richard Cross is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Cross located?
- Richard Cross's practice location on file with NPPES is 619 19th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233.
- What is Richard Cross's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Cross is (205) 934-6600.
- Does Richard Cross accept Medicare?
- Richard Cross is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Cross's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Cross's NPI (1992748602) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.