George Mcwhorter, M.D.
NPI 1598772865 · Gastroenterology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Mcwhorter, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1598772865).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598772865
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 8979 (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
19 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
133 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope With Electrical Cautery45384 | 27 | $203 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43235 | 25 | $94 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 25 | $165 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 22 | $158 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 18 | $95 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 414 | 393 |
| Omeprazole | 157 | 64 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 137 | 135 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 37 | 37 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 30 | 29 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 30 | 11 |
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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-01
- Last updated
- 2012-11-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Mcwhorter's NPI number?
- George Mcwhorter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598772865, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Mcwhorter's specialty?
- George Mcwhorter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Mcwhorter located?
- George Mcwhorter's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 Tuscaloosa Ave Sw, Birmingham, AL 35211-1416.
- What is George Mcwhorter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Mcwhorter is (205) 788-2242.
- Does George Mcwhorter accept Medicare?
- George Mcwhorter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Mcwhorter's NPI active?
- Yes — George Mcwhorter's NPI (1598772865) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-11-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.