Gregory Cheatham, MD
NPI 1003844754 · Family Medicine Physician · Decatur, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gregory Cheatham, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Decatur, AL (NPI 1003844754).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003844754
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 23538 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,075 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 776 | $72 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 451 | $115 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 130 | $104 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 97 | $109 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 83 | $75 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 82 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 222 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 903 | 160 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 848 | 266 |
| Gabapentin | 710 | 157 |
| Omeprazole | 681 | 211 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 669 | 222 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 577 | 187 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,395 across 76 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1201 7th St SeDecatur, AL 35601-3337Phone: (256) 973-2000Fax: (256) 973-2552
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-30
- Last updated
- 2025-10-02
- Certified
- 2025-10-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gregory Cheatham's NPI number?
- Gregory Cheatham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003844754, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gregory Cheatham's specialty?
- Gregory Cheatham is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gregory Cheatham located?
- Gregory Cheatham's practice location on file with NPPES is 1813 Beltline Rd Sw, Decatur, AL 35601-5506.
- What is Gregory Cheatham's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gregory Cheatham is (256) 353-6874.
- Does Gregory Cheatham accept Medicare?
- Gregory Cheatham is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gregory Cheatham's NPI active?
- Yes — Gregory Cheatham's NPI (1003844754) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.