Graham Towns, M.D.
NPI 1639324825 · Nephrology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Graham Towns, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1639324825).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639324825
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 31891 (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
17 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
1,165 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 35 Minutes99232 | 651 | $77 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 109 | $16 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 100 | $169 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 100 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 62 | $125 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 210 | 68 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 185 | 70 |
| Carvedilol | 102 | 39 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 89 | 40 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 81 | 39 |
| Losartan Potassium | 78 | 34 |
| Cinacalcet Hcl | 58 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,450 across 70 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)
- 1720 2nd Avenue SouthBirmingham, AL 35249Phone: (205) 975-9200Fax: (205) 996-6555
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-12-01
- Last updated
- 2024-02-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Graham Towns's NPI number?
- Graham Towns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639324825, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Graham Towns's specialty?
- Graham Towns is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Graham Towns located?
- Graham Towns's practice location on file with NPPES is 2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-2110.
- What is Graham Towns's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Graham Towns is (205) 934-9999.
- Does Graham Towns accept Medicare?
- Graham Towns is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Graham Towns's NPI active?
- Yes — Graham Towns's NPI (1639324825) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.