Larry Thead, M.D.
NPI 1033177829 · Family Medicine Physician · Saraland, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Larry Thead, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Saraland, AL (NPI 1033177829).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033177829
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9264 (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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,022 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 545 | $82 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 374 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 337 | $13 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 273 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 161 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 144 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 125 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 478 | 168 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 440 | 127 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 393 | 121 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 320 | 116 |
| Prednisone | 255 | 140 |
| Metformin Hcl | 205 | 65 |
| Furosemide | 180 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$313 across 12 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-02
- Last updated
- 2021-02-19
- Certified
- 2021-02-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Larry Thead's NPI number?
- Larry Thead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033177829, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Larry Thead's specialty?
- Larry Thead is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Larry Thead located?
- Larry Thead's practice location on file with NPPES is 95 Shell Rd, Saraland, AL 36571-2202.
- What is Larry Thead's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Larry Thead is (251) 675-4733.
- Does Larry Thead accept Medicare?
- Larry Thead is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Larry Thead's NPI active?
- Yes — Larry Thead's NPI (1033177829) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.