Samuel Galgano, M.D.
NPI 1518226935 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samuel Galgano, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1518226935).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518226935
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32756 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,101 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Abdomen, 1 View74018 | 279 | $8 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 172 | $82 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93970 | 161 | $31 |
| Limited Ultrasound Scan of Abdomen76705 | 129 | $26 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan Behind Abdominal Cavity76770 | 98 | $33 |
| Mri Scan of Abdomen Before and After Contrast74183 | 97 | $99 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$33 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 619 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35249-1900Phone: (205) 934-7133
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-04
- Last updated
- 2023-06-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samuel Galgano's NPI number?
- Samuel Galgano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518226935, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samuel Galgano's specialty?
- Samuel Galgano is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samuel Galgano located?
- Samuel Galgano's practice location on file with NPPES is 840 Montclair Rd, Birmingham, AL 35213-1920.
- What is Samuel Galgano's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samuel Galgano is (205) 592-5135.
- Does Samuel Galgano accept Medicare?
- Samuel Galgano is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samuel Galgano's NPI active?
- Yes — Samuel Galgano's NPI (1518226935) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.