Thomas Mcfaden, M.D.
NPI 1821319971 · Family Medicine Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Mcfaden, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1821319971).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821319971
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.31606 (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
16 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
617 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 | 107 | $112 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 67 | $57 |
| Measure of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (covid-19) Antibody86769 | 50 | $41 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 39 | $9 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 38 | $3 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 33 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 79 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 230 | 64 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 127 | 37 |
| Lisinopril | 109 | 26 |
| Gabapentin | 103 | 20 |
| Losartan Potassium | 100 | 31 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 91 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$136 across 8 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
- 2010-06-11
- Last updated
- 2023-08-16
- Certified
- 2023-08-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Mcfaden's NPI number?
- Thomas Mcfaden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821319971, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Mcfaden's specialty?
- Thomas Mcfaden is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Mcfaden located?
- Thomas Mcfaden's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 W Lakeshore Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209-0500.
- What is Thomas Mcfaden's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Mcfaden is (205) 930-2950.
- Does Thomas Mcfaden accept Medicare?
- Thomas Mcfaden is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Mcfaden's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Mcfaden's NPI (1821319971) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.