Gene Watterson, M.D.
NPI 1225001449 · Rheumatology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gene Watterson, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1225001449).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225001449
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 00014832 (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
612 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 | 253 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 105 | $110 |
| X-Ray of Hand, 2 Views73120 | 79 | $27 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 60 | $151 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 28 | $33 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 27 | $23 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 300 | 65 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 56 | 17 |
| Citalopram Hydrobromidebrand: Citalopram Hbr | 48 | — |
| Allopurinol | 45 | 13 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 41 | — |
| Alendronate Sodium | 39 | 11 |
| Methocarbamol | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$86 across 5 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
- 2006-02-08
- Last updated
- 2016-05-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gene Watterson's NPI number?
- Gene Watterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225001449, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gene Watterson's specialty?
- Gene Watterson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gene Watterson located?
- Gene Watterson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1801 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35235-3134.
- What is Gene Watterson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gene Watterson is (205) 838-3900.
- Does Gene Watterson accept Medicare?
- Gene Watterson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gene Watterson's NPI active?
- Yes — Gene Watterson's NPI (1225001449) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-05-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.