Dr. Christopher Dywayne Key , MD
Anesthesiology • Birmingham, AL
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Christopher Key, MD is a certified Anesthesiology practicing in Birmingham, AL. With approximately 18 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 2008, Dr. Key delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 619 19TH ST S.
Dr. Key maintains professional affiliations with University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, Pc, Premier Anesthesia Of Montgomery Pc and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include anesthesia for lens surgery, anesthesia for procedure on eye, anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
619 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 352491900
Medicare Profile & Education
University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
2008
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Anesthesiology in Birmingham, AL
Practicing in Birmingham, AL (610 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery
|
21 | 19 | $1060.00 | $66.59 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207L00000X
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.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207L00000X
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.
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Premier Anesthesia Of Montgomery Pc
470 Taylor Rd, Montgomery, AL 361173532
Phone: 3342904530
University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, Pc
619 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 352491900
Phone: 2059344011
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Physician Assistant
Nurse Practitioner - Adult Health
Master of Science in Nursing, Adult Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Transplant Surgery
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Pathology - Neuropathology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Career & Practice History Timeline
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NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 619 19TH ST S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 352491900 (Tel: 2057319701)
Registered at PO BOX 55309, BIRMINGHAM, AL 352555309 (Tel: 2057319701)
Recorded as CHRISTOPHER KEY, M.D.
Anesthesiology (License #32319 in AL)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
Po Box 55309
Birmingham, AL 352555309
Phone: 2057319701
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