Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paul Playfair, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Austin, TX
- NPI 1174567457
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5656 Bee Caves RD
Austin, TX 787465280
(936) 639-3036
fax (936) 639-3064 - Mailing address
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Po Box 153105
Lufkin, TX 759153105
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 21, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #K1000
- Medicaid
- TX #103439903
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1174567457. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
138
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$13,932
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00160 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on nose and sinuses | 53 | 50 | $119 | |
76942 |
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement | 29 | 29 | $30 | |
01638 |
Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement | 18 | 18 | $229 | |
64415 |
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) | 14 | 14 | $68 | |
64416 |
Continuous infusion of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle through catheter | 13 | 13 | $76 | |
64447 |
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) | 11 | 11 | $62 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 69 peers in Austin Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 44. This provider delivers 3.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$151
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $109.51 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $26.96 | |
| Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA | 1 | $14.67 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Playfair's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Playfair practices Anesthesiology Physician in Austin, TX.
Where does Dr. Paul Playfair practice?
Dr. Paul Playfair practices at 5656 Bee Caves RD, Austin, TX 787465280. Office phone: 9366393036.
What is Dr. Paul Playfair's NPI?
Dr. Paul Playfair's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174567457, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Playfair accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Playfair accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Playfair commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on nose and sinuses (HCPCS 00160); Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement (HCPCS 76942); Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement (HCPCS 01638). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.