Kathryn Arrambide, MD
NPI 1518946508 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Tuscaloosa, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kathryn Arrambide, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Tuscaloosa, AL (NPI 1518946508).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518946508
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 44419 (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
20 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
948 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 | 285 | $106 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 169 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 164 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 114 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 64 | $91 |
| 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 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Letrozole | 70 | 21 |
| Anastrozole | 55 | 19 |
| Hydroxyurea | 32 | — |
| Prednisone | 24 | 11 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 22 | 13 |
| Zanubrutinibbrand: Brukinsa | 21 | — |
| Gabapentin | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,524 across 101 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
- 2006-01-10
- Last updated
- 2023-05-17
- Certified
- 2023-05-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kathryn Arrambide's NPI number?
- Kathryn Arrambide's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518946508, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kathryn Arrambide's specialty?
- Kathryn Arrambide is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kathryn Arrambide located?
- Kathryn Arrambide's practice location on file with NPPES is 1410 Mcfarland Blvd N, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-2209.
- What is Kathryn Arrambide's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kathryn Arrambide is (205) 345-8208.
- Does Kathryn Arrambide accept Medicare?
- Kathryn Arrambide is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kathryn Arrambide's NPI active?
- Yes — Kathryn Arrambide's NPI (1518946508) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-05-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.