Alex Childs, M.D.
NPI 1790749141 · Gynecology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alex Childs, M.D. is a Gynecology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1790749141).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790749141
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26224 (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
253 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 50 | $2 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 3 Or More Muscles20553 | 48 | $50 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 45 | $76 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 30 | $107 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 24 | $102 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 1-2 Muscles20552 | 22 | $38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 202 | 38 |
| Estradiol | 117 | 43 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 111 | 34 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 102 | 22 |
| Pregabalin | 60 | 15 |
| Baclofen | 52 | 16 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 50 | 19 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$568 across 31 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
- 2006-04-13
- Last updated
- 2015-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alex Childs's NPI number?
- Alex Childs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790749141, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alex Childs's specialty?
- Alex Childs is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alex Childs located?
- Alex Childs's practice location on file with NPPES is 2006 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209-6899.
- What is Alex Childs's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alex Childs is (205) 397-9000.
- Does Alex Childs accept Medicare?
- Alex Childs is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alex Childs's NPI active?
- Yes — Alex Childs's NPI (1790749141) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.