Michael Latshaw, MD
NPI 1558622191 · Otolaryngology Physician · Bessemer, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Latshaw, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Bessemer, AL (NPI 1558622191).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558622191
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.35942 (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
667 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 118 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 78 | $113 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 75 | $40 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 61 | $101 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 58 | $13 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 57 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 102 | 89 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 85 | 78 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 64 | 45 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 53 | 32 |
| Ibuprofen | 37 | 30 |
| Famotidine | 36 | 22 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 33 | 29 |
| Prednisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$460 across 22 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)
- 5310 Medford DrHoover, AL 35244-2108Phone: (205) 820-8440Fax: (205) 820-8449
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-30
- Last updated
- 2021-05-19
- Certified
- 2021-05-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Latshaw's NPI number?
- Michael Latshaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558622191, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Latshaw's specialty?
- Michael Latshaw is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Latshaw located?
- Michael Latshaw's practice location on file with NPPES is 985 9th Ave Sw Ste 101, Bessemer, AL 35022-7810.
- What is Michael Latshaw's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Latshaw is (205) 481-8620.
- Does Michael Latshaw accept Medicare?
- Michael Latshaw is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Latshaw's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Latshaw's NPI (1558622191) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.