Michael Palmer, M.D.
NPI 1649454117 · Gastroenterology Physician · Tuscaloosa, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Palmer, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Tuscaloosa, AL (NPI 1649454117).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649454117
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD34255 (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
18 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
415 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 78 | $84 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 52 | $220 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 50 | $115 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 50 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 46 | $117 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 220 | 92 |
| Omeprazole | 43 | 18 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 43 | 20 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 37 | 17 |
| Vedolizumabbrand: Entyvio | 35 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 33 | 14 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 31 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$679 across 39 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-12-20
- Last updated
- 2015-05-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Palmer's NPI number?
- Michael Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649454117, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Palmer's specialty?
- Michael Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Palmer located?
- Michael Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 1774 Mcfarland Blvd N, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-2136.
- What is Michael Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Palmer is (205) 759-2920.
- Does Michael Palmer accept Medicare?
- Michael Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Palmer's NPI (1649454117) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-05-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.