BRUCE K. BACOT M.D. – NPI #1568442242
Pediatrics
A pediatrician dedicated to the prevention and treatment of all respiratory diseases affecting infants, children and young adults. This specialist is knowledgeable about the growth and development of the lung, assessment of respiratory function in infants and children, and experienced in a variety of invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques.
BRUCE BACOT is a physician located in ASHEVILLE, NC. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1568442242 to BRUCE BACOT on January 19, 2006. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. With multiple taxonomy codes selected, the primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 2080P0214X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Pediatrics, specializing in Pediatric Pulmonology
The NPI profile was previously updated about 15 years ago on May 16, 2011. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for BRUCE BACOT below.
NPI Profile for
BRUCE K. BACOT
(more than 20 years ago)
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803-1700 Phone: (828) 213-1740 Fax: (828) 213-1742
ASHEVILLE, NC 28813-0268 Phone: (828) 250-2833 Fax: (828) 665-8275
Identifiers for BRUCE BACOT
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| Description | Issuer | State | Identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEDICAID | NC | 89127MM |
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 2080P0214X - Pediatrics / Pediatric Pulmonology (Primary) |
NC | 9701689 |
| 2080P0201X - Pediatrics / Pediatric Allergy/Immunology |
NC | 9701689 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
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