Charles Bugg, M.D.
NPI 1417920620 · Urology Physician · Homewood, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Bugg, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Homewood, AL (NPI 1417920620).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417920620
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 00022331 (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
3,670 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 | 667 | $116 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 608 | $57 |
| Psa (prostate Specific Antigen) Measurement, Total84153 | 563 | $18 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 562 | $7 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 443 | $15 |
| Principal Care Management Services for a Single High-Risk Disease, First 30 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 522 | 145 |
| Finasteride | 376 | 102 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 84 | 82 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 81 | 19 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 42 | 41 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | 36 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$77 across 3 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
- 2014-11-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Bugg's NPI number?
- Charles Bugg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417920620, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Bugg's specialty?
- Charles Bugg is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Bugg located?
- Charles Bugg's practice location on file with NPPES is 3485 Independence Dr, Homewood, AL 35209-5603.
- What is Charles Bugg's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Bugg is (205) 930-0920.
- Does Charles Bugg accept Medicare?
- Charles Bugg is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Bugg's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Bugg's NPI (1417920620) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-11-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.