Scott Hitchcock, D.O.
NPI 1255327557 · Neurology Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Scott Hitchcock, D.O. is a Neurology Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1255327557).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255327557
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DO848 (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
3,644 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 1,821 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 596 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 318 | $84 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 207 | $122 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 163 | $107 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Facial and Neck Nerve Muscles on Both Sides of Face64615 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 130 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 552 | 130 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 453 | 73 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 393 | 115 |
| Pregabalin | 332 | 79 |
| Memantine Hcl | 319 | 68 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 311 | 76 |
| Topiramate | 271 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,872 across 351 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
- 2005-09-22
- Last updated
- 2020-01-17
- Certified
- 2020-01-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Scott Hitchcock's NPI number?
- Scott Hitchcock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255327557, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Scott Hitchcock's specialty?
- Scott Hitchcock is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Scott Hitchcock located?
- Scott Hitchcock's practice location on file with NPPES is 185 Chateau Dr Sw Ste 301, Huntsville, AL 35801-7413.
- What is Scott Hitchcock's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Scott Hitchcock is (256) 533-4402.
- Does Scott Hitchcock accept Medicare?
- Scott Hitchcock is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Scott Hitchcock's NPI active?
- Yes — Scott Hitchcock's NPI (1255327557) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-01-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.