Thomas Powell, M.D.
NPI 1730233909 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Powell, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1730233909).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730233909
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 19612 (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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
785 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 | 132 | $119 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 121 | $54 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 115 | $31 |
| X-Ray of Both Knees While Standing73565 | 85 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 82 | $86 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 98 | 62 |
| Methylprednisolone | 36 | 35 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 34 | 25 |
| Methocarbamol | 30 | 20 |
| Gabapentin | 29 | 18 |
| Meloxicam | 21 | 12 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$482 across 11 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
- 2007-01-23
- Last updated
- 2010-10-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Powell's NPI number?
- Thomas Powell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730233909, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Powell's specialty?
- Thomas Powell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Powell located?
- Thomas Powell's practice location on file with NPPES is 513 Brookwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35209-6862.
- What is Thomas Powell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Powell is (205) 877-9191.
- Does Thomas Powell accept Medicare?
- Thomas Powell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Powell's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Powell's NPI (1730233909) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-10-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.