Thomas Short, MD
NPI 1144219148 · Gastroenterology Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Short, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1144219148).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144219148
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 00026848 (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
441 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 | 139 | $115 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 95 | $148 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 83 | $163 |
| Insertion of Guide Wire With Dilation of Esophagus Using a Flexible Endoscope43248 | 35 | $109 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 32 | $73 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 131 | 44 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 130 | 49 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 57 | 23 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 51 | 13 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 37 | 12 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 29 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$146 across 4 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
- 2005-10-21
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Short's NPI number?
- Thomas Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144219148, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Short's specialty?
- Thomas Short is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Short located?
- Thomas Short's practice location on file with NPPES is 119 Longwood Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801.
- What is Thomas Short's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Short is (256) 533-6488.
- Does Thomas Short accept Medicare?
- Thomas Short is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Short's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Short's NPI (1144219148) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.