Joel Abbott, MD
NPI 1689659021 · Rheumatology Physician · Mountain Brk, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Abbott, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Mountain Brk, AL (NPI 1689659021).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689659021
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24243 (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
20 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
2,237 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 | 574 | $117 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 293 | $8 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 252 | $111 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 244 | $56 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 190 | $84 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated85652 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 87 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 697 | 99 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 623 | 153 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 472 | 103 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 465 | 57 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 462 | 91 |
| Prednisone | 454 | 103 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,389 across 109 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)
- 2145 Highland Avenue SouthSuite 200Birmingham, AL 35205-4006Phone: (205) 933-0320Fax: (205) 933-6400
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-08
- Last updated
- 2023-08-29
- Certified
- 2023-08-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Abbott's NPI number?
- Joel Abbott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689659021, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Abbott's specialty?
- Joel Abbott is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Abbott located?
- Joel Abbott's practice location on file with NPPES is 12 Office Park Cir, Mountain Brk, AL 35223-2521.
- What is Joel Abbott's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Abbott is (205) 933-0320.
- Does Joel Abbott accept Medicare?
- Joel Abbott is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Abbott's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Abbott's NPI (1689659021) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.