Pathology
Healthcare providers specializing in pathology
Below are providers registered under the 207ZP0102X taxonomy in the official NPI Registry.
📊 Healthcare Market Snapshot for Pathology
Top States for Pathology
US states with the highest concentration of pathology providers
Top Cities for Pathology
US cities with the highest concentration of pathology providers
| Rank | City | State | Provider Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Houston | TX | 348 |
| #2 | Chicago | IL | 276 |
| #3 | New York | NY | 264 |
| #4 | Boston | MA | 258 |
| #5 | Philadelphia | PA | 221 |
| #6 | Los Angeles | CA | 177 |
| #7 | Baltimore | MD | 158 |
| #8 | Dallas | TX | 148 |
| #9 | Rochester | MN | 148 |
| #10 | Saint Louis | MO | 145 |
Longest-Registered Pathology Providers
Providers with the most years of registration history as pathology specialists
Philip Tisdall, M.D
David Donsker, M.D
Joseph Khoury, MD
Maurice Fremont-smith, M.D
Terrence Geiger, MD
David Resen, MD
Paul Meade, M.D
Eric Chand, M.D
Christopher Kligora, M.D
Steven Hom, M.D
Recently Registered Pathology Providers
Newly registered healthcare providers specializing in pathology
Olivia White, MD
Tony Tran, MD
Eric Bracken, MD
Mahsa Hojabri
Kristen Andersen
Ali Emre Dal
Claire Voyles, MD
Goldie Krulik, PA
Kumari Wickramasinghe Md Inc
Amanda Mcgann, MD/PHD
Related Specialties in Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other healthcare specialties related to pathology
About Pathology Providers
A pathologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing diseases by analyzing laboratory samples of cells, tissues, and bodily fluids. They examine biopsies under microscopes, interpret laboratory tests, and perform autopsies, providing diagnostic reports to oncology and surgery teams. Pathologists earn an MD or DO degree, complete a four-year residency in pathology, and pass board certification exams. They play a quiet but critical role in medicine, identifying cancers, infections, and genetic disorders to guide patient treatment.
Locating a pathologist's NPI number is necessary for laboratory billing, hospital diagnostic claims, and insurance processing. Pathological evaluations are billed as diagnostic services, requiring the pathologist's NPI as the rendering provider on claims. The NPI registry confirms the physician's licensing, board certification, and pathology taxonomy classification. Checking the NPI registry helps clinical laboratories audit billing compliance, verify physician credentials, and prevent insurance claim delays for diagnostic tests.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pathology
How many Pathology providers are registered in the US?
There are currently 16,025 registered pathology providers in the United States, according to the official CMS NPI registry database.
Which state has the most Pathology providers?
California has the highest concentration of pathology specialists, with 1,391 registered providers.
What is the oldest registered Pathology provider?
The oldest registered pathology provider in the database is Philip Tisdall, M.D, who registered on 05/23/2005 with NPI number 1578566774.
How do I find a Pathology near me?
You can find pathology providers near you by browsing our directory by state or city, or by using the search bar at the top of the page to filter by name and state.
What credentials do Pathology providers typically have?
A pathologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing diseases by analyzing laboratory samples of cells, tissues, and bodily fluids. They examine biopsies under microscopes, interpret laboratory tests, and perform autopsies, providing diagnostic reports to oncology and surgery teams. Pathologists earn an MD or DO degree, complete a four-year residency in pathology, and pass board certification exams. They play a quiet but critical role in medicine, identifying cancers, infections, and genetic disorders to guide patient treatment.
How do I verify a Pathology's NPI number?
You can verify any Pathology's NPI number by searching on NPILookup using their name or NPI number. All data is sourced directly from the official CMS NPPES registry.
What is the taxonomy code for Pathology?
The primary taxonomy code for Pathology is 207ZP0102X.
Can Pathology providers bill insurance?
Yes, Pathology providers can bill health insurance. As licensed physicians, they must use their National Provider Identifier (NPI) number on all medical insurance claims, including private plans, Medicare, and Medicaid, to identify themselves as the rendering provider and ensure proper billing.