Charles Carnel, MD
NPI 1023228624 · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Carnel, MD is a Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1023228624).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023228624
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD27631 (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
1,605 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 256 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 246 | $81 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 213 | $101 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 209 | $115 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 75 | $90 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 278 | 123 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 177 | 170 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 157 | 113 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 75 | 18 |
| Meloxicam | 73 | 73 |
| Pregabalin | 44 | 19 |
| Lorazepam | 37 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$473 across 10 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)
- 5406 Highway 280 Ste D106Hoover, AL 35242-6596Phone: (205) 939-3699Fax: (205) 484-2585
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-23
- Last updated
- 2025-05-05
- Certified
- 2025-05-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Carnel's NPI number?
- Charles Carnel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023228624, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Carnel's specialty?
- Charles Carnel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Carnel located?
- Charles Carnel's practice location on file with NPPES is 805 Saint Vincents Dr, Birmingham, AL 35205-1636.
- What is Charles Carnel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Carnel is (205) 939-3699.
- Does Charles Carnel accept Medicare?
- Charles Carnel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Carnel's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Carnel's NPI (1023228624) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.