Jennifer Palmer, MD
NPI 1861626251 · Gastroenterology Physician · Tuscaloosa, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jennifer Palmer, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Tuscaloosa, AL (NPI 1861626251).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861626251
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34253 (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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
587 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 84 | $69 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 77 | $79 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 76 | $127 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 63 | $214 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 62 | $50 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 347 | 123 |
| Omeprazole | 88 | 41 |
| Famotidine | 66 | 26 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 64 | 14 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 61 | 18 |
| Cholestyramine (with Sugar)brand: Cholestyramine | 58 | 18 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 47 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$515 across 32 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
- 2009-05-13
- Last updated
- 2026-02-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jennifer Palmer's NPI number?
- Jennifer Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861626251, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jennifer Palmer's specialty?
- Jennifer Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jennifer Palmer located?
- Jennifer Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 1774 Mcfarland Blvd N, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-2136.
- What is Jennifer Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jennifer Palmer is (205) 759-2920.
- Does Jennifer Palmer accept Medicare?
- Jennifer Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jennifer Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Jennifer Palmer's NPI (1861626251) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.