James Whitley, M.D.
NPI 1659541563 · Family Medicine Physician · Tuscaloosa, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Whitley, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Tuscaloosa, AL (NPI 1659541563).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659541563
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 16037 (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
252 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Level82947 | 88 | $4 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 74 | $10 |
| Blood Count, Hemoglobin85018 | 73 | $2 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, Read By Direct Observation80305 | 17 | $12 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $2–$12 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 120 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 896 | 269 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 827 | 240 |
| Losartan Potassium | 466 | 149 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 427 | 82 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 311 | 94 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 279 | 87 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46 across 3 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
- 2008-03-06
- Last updated
- 2015-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Whitley's NPI number?
- James Whitley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659541563, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Whitley's specialty?
- James Whitley is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Whitley located?
- James Whitley's practice location on file with NPPES is 2731 Mlk Jr. Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401.
- What is James Whitley's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Whitley is (205) 425-3788.
- Does James Whitley accept Medicare?
- James Whitley is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Whitley's NPI active?
- Yes — James Whitley's NPI (1659541563) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.