John Summerford, M.D.
NPI 1659472009 · Internal Medicine Physician · Tuscaloosa, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Summerford, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Tuscaloosa, AL (NPI 1659472009).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659472009
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 12146 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
7,322 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 771 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 629 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 577 | $13 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 556 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 456 | $16 |
| 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 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 146 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 946 | 224 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 729 | 188 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 695 | 176 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 387 | 100 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 333 | 81 |
| Omeprazole | 314 | 84 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-26
- Last updated
- 2013-03-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Summerford's NPI number?
- John Summerford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659472009, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Summerford's specialty?
- John Summerford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Summerford located?
- John Summerford's practice location on file with NPPES is 1100 Ruby Tyler Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404-2959.
- What is John Summerford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Summerford is (205) 759-2582.
- Does John Summerford accept Medicare?
- John Summerford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Summerford's NPI active?
- Yes — John Summerford's NPI (1659472009) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-03-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.