James Strong, MD
NPI 1619970290 · Neurology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Strong, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1619970290).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619970290
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 18420 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
753 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 | 240 | $113 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 114 | $85 |
| Nerve Conduction, 7-8 Studies95910 | 63 | $154 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 56 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 42 | $152 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Nerve Muscles on Side of Neck Excluding Voice Box |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 86 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 334 | 74 |
| Gabapentin | 323 | 70 |
| Clonazepam | 251 | 34 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 238 | 54 |
| Levetiracetam | 178 | 37 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 177 | 41 |
| Pregabalin | 164 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$7,538 across 337 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)
- 3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 720Birmingham, AL 35243-3408Phone: (205) 971-3600Fax: (844) 772-0468
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-05-27
- Last updated
- 2023-03-21
- Certified
- 2023-03-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Strong's NPI number?
- James Strong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619970290, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Strong's specialty?
- James Strong is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Strong located?
- James Strong's practice location on file with NPPES is 3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 600, Birmingham, AL 35243-3406.
- What is James Strong's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Strong is (205) 971-3600.
- Does James Strong accept Medicare?
- James Strong is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Strong's NPI active?
- Yes — James Strong's NPI (1619970290) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.