James Towery, M.D.
NPI 1497966287 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Towery, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1497966287).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497966287
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32534 (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
2,478 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 | 504 | $116 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 439 | $13 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 156 | $18 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 127 | $167 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 126 | $27 |
| Technetium Tc-99m Sestamibi, Diagnostic, Per Study Dose |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 55 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 707 | 133 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 475 | 142 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 302 | 100 |
| Carvedilol | 250 | 83 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 200 | 67 |
| Furosemide | 179 | 62 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$224 across 12 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
- 2007-05-24
- Last updated
- 2016-12-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Towery's NPI number?
- James Towery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497966287, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Towery's specialty?
- James Towery is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Towery located?
- James Towery's practice location on file with NPPES is 2700 10th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205-1200.
- What is James Towery's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Towery is (205) 776-6330.
- Does James Towery accept Medicare?
- James Towery is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Towery's NPI active?
- Yes — James Towery's NPI (1497966287) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-12-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.