Celia Fernandez, M.D.
NPI 1447313952 · Rheumatology Physician · Cullman, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Celia Fernandez, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Cullman, AL (NPI 1447313952).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447313952
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 33566 (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
19 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
1,137 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 | 405 | $115 |
| 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 | 277 | $15 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 206 | $54 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 68 | $13 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Joint76881 | 46 | $49 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 448 | 193 |
| Prednisone | 375 | 116 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 199 | 74 |
| Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hclbrand: Buprenorphine-Naloxone | 157 | 16 |
| Allopurinol | 114 | 42 |
| Leucovorin Calcium | 112 | 31 |
| Adalimumab |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,374 across 116 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
- 2006-12-18
- Last updated
- 2022-09-16
- Certified
- 2022-09-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Celia Fernandez's NPI number?
- Celia Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447313952, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Celia Fernandez's specialty?
- Celia Fernandez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Celia Fernandez located?
- Celia Fernandez's practice location on file with NPPES is 117 2nd Ave Se, Cullman, AL 35055-3511.
- What is Celia Fernandez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Celia Fernandez is (256) 291-8877.
- Does Celia Fernandez accept Medicare?
- Celia Fernandez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Celia Fernandez's NPI active?
- Yes — Celia Fernandez's NPI (1447313952) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.