Leon Cannizzaro, MD
NPI 1356585228 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Leon Cannizzaro, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1356585228).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356585228
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.38144 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,541 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 255 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 241 | $117 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 236 | $11 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 234 | $63 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Probe in Esophagus, With Report93312 | 230 | $96 |
| Ultrasound of Heart Blood Flow, Valves and Chambers |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 288 | 88 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 195 | 45 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 188 | 60 |
| Carvedilol | 153 | 46 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 140 | 49 |
| Furosemide | 126 | 49 |
| Losartan Potassium | 88 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$307 across 14 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 (3)
- 7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 1000Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4370Phone: (225) 767-3900Fax: (225) 766-2226
- 433 Plaza Street Suite 514Bogalusa, LA 70427-4370Phone: (985) 730-7023Fax: (985) 730-7024
- 31985 Highway 16 Suite BDenham Springs, LA 70726-4370Phone: (225) 767-3900Fax: (225) 766-2226
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-04-22
- Last updated
- 2025-08-10
- Certified
- 2025-08-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Leon Cannizzaro's NPI number?
- Leon Cannizzaro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356585228, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Leon Cannizzaro's specialty?
- Leon Cannizzaro is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Leon Cannizzaro located?
- Leon Cannizzaro's practice location on file with NPPES is 3680 Grandview Pkwy Ste 200, Birmingham, AL 35243-3411.
- What is Leon Cannizzaro's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Leon Cannizzaro is (205) 971-7500.
- Does Leon Cannizzaro accept Medicare?
- Leon Cannizzaro is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Leon Cannizzaro's NPI active?
- Yes — Leon Cannizzaro's NPI (1356585228) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.