Kelly Birdwell, MD
NPI 1508913302 · Nephrology Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kelly Birdwell, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1508913302).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508913302
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 41173 (TN)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
724 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 182 | $131 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 173 | $108 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 170 | $76 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 49 | $164 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 45 | $75 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 142 | 47 |
| Prednisone | 141 | 52 |
| Carvedilol | 118 | 47 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 110 | 46 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 62 | 28 |
| Irbesartan | 42 | 13 |
| Gabapentin | 39 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2601 TvcNashville, TN 37232-0001Phone: (615) 322-4916
- 1310 24th Ave SNashville, TN 37212-2637Phone: (800) 228-4973
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-04
- Last updated
- 2025-02-17
- Certified
- 2025-02-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kelly Birdwell's NPI number?
- Kelly Birdwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508913302, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kelly Birdwell's specialty?
- Kelly Birdwell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kelly Birdwell located?
- Kelly Birdwell's practice location on file with NPPES is 3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-0001.
- What is Kelly Birdwell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kelly Birdwell is (615) 936-2000.
- Does Kelly Birdwell accept Medicare?
- Kelly Birdwell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kelly Birdwell's NPI active?
- Yes — Kelly Birdwell's NPI (1508913302) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.