Joseph Sewell, M.D.
NPI 1497191159 · Internal Medicine Physician · Tuscaloosa, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Sewell, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Tuscaloosa, AL (NPI 1497191159).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497191159
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 00020138 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 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
480 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 50 Minutes99233 | 141 | $108 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 131 | $72 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 79 | $113 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 62 | $74 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 56 | $158 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 91 | 47 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 87 | 51 |
| Losartan Potassium | 52 | 32 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 51 | 24 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 49 | 29 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 39 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$50 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
- 2013-05-21
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Sewell's NPI number?
- Joseph Sewell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497191159, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Sewell's specialty?
- Joseph Sewell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Sewell located?
- Joseph Sewell's practice location on file with NPPES is 850 Peter Bryce Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-7457.
- What is Joseph Sewell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Sewell is (205) 348-1770.
- Does Joseph Sewell accept Medicare?
- Joseph Sewell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Sewell's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Sewell's NPI (1497191159) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.