Keith Kowal, M.D.
NPI 1528064201 · Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician · Fairhope, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Keith Kowal, M.D. is a Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician provider in Fairhope, AL (NPI 1528064201).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528064201
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036199 (GA)
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
21 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
1,085 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 | 444 | $116 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 145 | $10 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 97 | $151 |
| Ct Guidance for Needle Or Tube Localization77011 | 81 | $190 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 40 | $113 |
| Biopsy Or Removal of Nasal Polyp Or Tissue Using an Endoscope31237 | 37 | $341 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | 250 | 120 |
| Methylprednisolone | 123 | 94 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 92 | 45 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 66 | 64 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 60 | 13 |
| Cefdinir | 47 | 46 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 43 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,571 across 61 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
- 2005-06-27
- Last updated
- 2019-06-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Keith Kowal's NPI number?
- Keith Kowal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528064201, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Keith Kowal's specialty?
- Keith Kowal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Keith Kowal located?
- Keith Kowal's practice location on file with NPPES is 20308 Beecher St, Fairhope, AL 36532-3692.
- What is Keith Kowal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Keith Kowal is (404) 432-2391.
- Does Keith Kowal accept Medicare?
- Keith Kowal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Keith Kowal's NPI active?
- Yes — Keith Kowal's NPI (1528064201) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-06-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.