Prentiss Lawson, M.D.
NPI 1851544258 · Anesthesiology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Prentiss Lawson, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1851544258).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851544258
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD.29675 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
762 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 | 127 | $89 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 114 | $113 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 67 | $15 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 66 | $15 |
| Destruction of Peripheral Nerve Or Branch64640 | 57 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 184 | 73 |
| Gabapentin | 121 | 51 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 104 | 45 |
| Pregabalin | 79 | 36 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 39 | 15 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 24 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,644 across 54 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1201 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205-3423Phone: (205) 930-8966Fax: (205) 930-8985
- 1201 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205-3423Phone: (205) 930-8966Fax: (205) 930-8985
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-10-29
- Last updated
- 2024-02-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Prentiss Lawson's NPI number?
- Prentiss Lawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851544258, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Prentiss Lawson's specialty?
- Prentiss Lawson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Prentiss Lawson located?
- Prentiss Lawson's practice location on file with NPPES is Uab Department of Anesthesiology, Birmingham, AL 35249-6810.
- What is Prentiss Lawson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Prentiss Lawson is (205) 934-4696.
- Does Prentiss Lawson accept Medicare?
- Prentiss Lawson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Prentiss Lawson's NPI active?
- Yes — Prentiss Lawson's NPI (1851544258) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.