Christopher Kovalsky, MD
NPI 1437611217 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Kovalsky, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1437611217).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437611217
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 46761 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,659 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 588 | $8 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 133 | $79 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 114 | $36 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis Without Contrast74176 | 73 | $76 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Chest With Contrast71275 | 72 | $78 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 59 | $47 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (3)
- 619 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35233-1900Phone: (205) 934-4011
- 4517 Southlake PkwyHoover, AL 35244-3280Phone: (205) 985-4111Fax: (205) 985-4326
- 1501 Kings HighwayInternal MedicineShreveport, LA 71130-3932Phone: (318) 626-0434
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2019-04-02
- Last updated
- 2026-01-23
- Certified
- 2026-01-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Kovalsky's NPI number?
- Christopher Kovalsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437611217, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Kovalsky's specialty?
- Christopher Kovalsky is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Kovalsky located?
- Christopher Kovalsky's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-1601.
- What is Christopher Kovalsky's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Kovalsky is (205) 930-3200.
- Does Christopher Kovalsky accept Medicare?
- Christopher Kovalsky is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Kovalsky's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Kovalsky's NPI (1437611217) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.