Efren Chavez Morales, MD
NPI 1578977419 · Nephrology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Efren Chavez Morales, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1578977419).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578977419
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME140700 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
12 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
618 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 334 | $125 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 98 | $79 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 58 | $115 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 39 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 26 | $166 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 65 | 24 |
| Furosemide | 44 | 17 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 39 | 20 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 31 | — |
| Chlorthalidone | 30 | 12 |
| Lisinopril | 26 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 across 1 record (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)
- 1400 Nw 12th AveMiami, FL 33136-1003Phone: (305) 243-3583
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-18
- Last updated
- 2024-09-25
- Certified
- 2024-09-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Efren Chavez Morales's NPI number?
- Efren Chavez Morales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578977419, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Efren Chavez Morales's specialty?
- Efren Chavez Morales is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Efren Chavez Morales located?
- Efren Chavez Morales's practice location on file with NPPES is 619 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233-1900.
- What is Efren Chavez Morales's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Efren Chavez Morales is (205) 934-4011.
- Does Efren Chavez Morales accept Medicare?
- Efren Chavez Morales is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Efren Chavez Morales's NPI active?
- Yes — Efren Chavez Morales's NPI (1578977419) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.