James Head, MD
NPI 1740324086 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Alabaster, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Head, MD is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Alabaster, AL (NPI 1740324086).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740324086
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 15313 (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
845 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 182 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 147 | $110 |
| Pelvic Exam99459 | 89 | $18 |
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 60 | $46 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 60 | $111 |
| Cervical Or Vaginal Cancer Screening; Pelvic and Clinical Breast ExaminationG0101 | 59 | $31 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 284 | 101 |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 98 | 64 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 77 | 59 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 67 | 13 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 65 | 21 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 60 | 25 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$504 across 28 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
- 2007-02-19
- Last updated
- 2020-01-13
- Certified
- 2020-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Head's NPI number?
- James Head's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740324086, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Head's specialty?
- James Head is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Head located?
- James Head's practice location on file with NPPES is 1010 1st St N, Alabaster, AL 35007-8608.
- What is James Head's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Head is (205) 664-9995.
- Does James Head accept Medicare?
- James Head is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Head's NPI active?
- Yes — James Head's NPI (1740324086) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.