Michael Albert, MD
NPI 1730165325 · Ophthalmology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Albert, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1730165325).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730165325
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24730 (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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,773 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 2,282 | $38 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,311 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 676 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 271 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 207 | $158 |
| Removal of Eye Fluid (vitreous) Between Lens and Retina67036 | 15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 167 | 77 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 128 | 74 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 72 | 57 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 61 | 28 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 53 | 21 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 46 | 21 |
| Latanoprost | 35 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$299 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
- 2005-12-16
- Last updated
- 2010-06-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Albert's NPI number?
- Michael Albert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730165325, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Albert's specialty?
- Michael Albert is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Albert located?
- Michael Albert's practice location on file with NPPES is 700 18th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233-1856.
- What is Michael Albert's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Albert is (205) 329-7100.
- Does Michael Albert accept Medicare?
- Michael Albert is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Albert's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Albert's NPI (1730165325) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-06-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.