Kenneth Saag
NPI 1023033917 · Rheumatology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Saag is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1023033917).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023033917
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 22153 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
539 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 208 | $89 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 152 | $9 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 59 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 51 | $132 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 43 | $15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 176 | 41 |
| Allopurinol | 122 | 38 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 92 | 27 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 79 | 28 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 69 | 11 |
| Upadacitinibbrand: Rinvoq | 65 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$13,710 across 16 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)
- 2000 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-2110Phone: (205) 996-7438
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-13
- Last updated
- 2023-06-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Saag's NPI number?
- Kenneth Saag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023033917, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Saag's specialty?
- Kenneth Saag is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Saag located?
- Kenneth Saag's practice location on file with NPPES is 1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-1801.
- What is Kenneth Saag's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Saag is (800) 822-8816.
- Does Kenneth Saag accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Saag is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Saag's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Saag's NPI (1023033917) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.