Charles Abney, M.D.
NPI 1689760704 · Family Medicine Physician · Tuscaloosa, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Abney, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Tuscaloosa, AL (NPI 1689760704).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689760704
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21941 (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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,844 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 | 1,103 | $73 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 962 | $109 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 466 | $112 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 199 | $160 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 191 | $70 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 170 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 38 | 30 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 35 | 29 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 33 | 25 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 29 | 22 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 23 | 14 |
| Famotidine | 18 | — |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 across 1 record (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 (2)
- 2700 Hospital DrNorthport, AL 35476-3360Phone: (205) 393-2347
- 809 University Blvd ETuscaloosa, AL 35401-2029Phone: (205) 333-4500Fax: (205) 333-4522
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-05
- Last updated
- 2025-05-09
- Certified
- 2025-05-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Abney's NPI number?
- Charles Abney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689760704, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Abney's specialty?
- Charles Abney is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Abney located?
- Charles Abney's practice location on file with NPPES is 657 Helen Keller Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404-2983.
- What is Charles Abney's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Abney is (205) 343-6979.
- Does Charles Abney accept Medicare?
- Charles Abney is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Abney's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Abney's NPI (1689760704) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.