Taxonomy Code 207ZB0001X(207zb0001x)
Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Physician. Providers: 2
Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Physician Providers
| NPI | Name | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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MD Frances Compton |
Individual |
2205 Highway 121 Bedford, TX |
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DR. MD William Sylvester Crews JR. |
Individual |
2205 Highway 121 Bedford, TX |
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| Taxonomy Code | 207ZB0001X |
| Specialization | Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine |
| Display Name | Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Physician |
| Taxonomy Group | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians |
| Taxonomy Classification | Pathology |
| Definition | A physician who specializes in blood banking/transfusion medicine is responsible for the maintenance of an adequate blood supply, blood donor and patient-recipient safety and appropriate blood utilization. Pre-transfusion compatibility testing and antibody testing assure that blood transfusions, when indicated, are as safe as possible. This physician directs the preparation and safe use of specially prepared blood components, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma constituents, and marrow or stem cells for transplantation. |
| Effective Date | September 30, 2009 |
| Modification Date | September 30, 2009 |