Tarika Bhuta, M.D.
NPI 1841265071 · Otolaryngology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tarika Bhuta, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1841265071).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841265071
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD00025241 (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
698 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 | 215 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 90 | $83 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 80 | $13 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 71 | $34 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 70 | $43 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 63 | $15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | 238 | 56 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 112 | 50 |
| Omeprazole | 97 | 38 |
| Famotidine | 90 | 28 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 63 | 21 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 57 | 23 |
| Methylprednisolone | 56 | 45 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$512 across 15 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
- 2006-02-21
- Last updated
- 2012-02-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tarika Bhuta's NPI number?
- Tarika Bhuta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841265071, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tarika Bhuta's specialty?
- Tarika Bhuta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tarika Bhuta located?
- Tarika Bhuta's practice location on file with NPPES is 3055 Independence Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209-4167.
- What is Tarika Bhuta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tarika Bhuta is (205) 414-1368.
- Does Tarika Bhuta accept Medicare?
- Tarika Bhuta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tarika Bhuta's NPI active?
- Yes — Tarika Bhuta's NPI (1841265071) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-02-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.