Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. William Descher, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Gulfport, MS
- NPI 1316983943
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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351 Cowan RD
Gulfport, MS 39507
(228) 875-6115 - Mailing address
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7 Sauvolle CT
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Mississippi #15345
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316983943. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
258
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$21,715
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00811 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope | 33 | 33 | $63 | |
00813 |
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope | 33 | 33 | $77 | |
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 32 | 30 | $69 | |
00910 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra | 24 | 23 | $44 | |
00812 |
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope | 21 | 21 | $63 | |
01926 |
Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest | 18 | 18 | $123 | |
00790 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen | 16 | 16 | $155 | |
64415 |
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) | 16 | 16 | $65 | |
00400 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body | 15 | 15 | $61 | |
00520 |
Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest | 14 | 14 | $96 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Gulfport Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 23. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. William Descher's medical specialty?
Dr. William Descher practices Anesthesiology Physician in Gulfport, MS.
Where does Dr. William Descher practice?
Dr. William Descher practices at 351 Cowan RD, Gulfport, MS 39507. Office phone: 2288756115.
What is Dr. William Descher's NPI?
Dr. William Descher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316983943, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. William Descher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. William Descher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. William Descher commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00811); Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00813); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.