Ronald Helms, M.D.
NPI 1871579268 · Family Medicine Physician · Vincent, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ronald Helms, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Vincent, AL (NPI 1871579268).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871579268
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21059 (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
3,643 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 319 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 296 | $16 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 296 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 293 | $8 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 287 | $7 |
| Liver Function Blood Test Panel80076 | 274 | $8 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 188 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,084 | 233 |
| Gabapentin | 748 | 164 |
| Alprazolam | 641 | 112 |
| Clonazepam | 611 | 99 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 586 | 187 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 436 | 128 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$993 across 64 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
- 2005-12-19
- Last updated
- 2025-04-24
- Certified
- 2025-04-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ronald Helms's NPI number?
- Ronald Helms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871579268, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ronald Helms's specialty?
- Ronald Helms is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ronald Helms located?
- Ronald Helms's practice location on file with NPPES is 131 Florey St., Vincent, AL 35178-0131.
- What is Ronald Helms's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ronald Helms is (205) 417-1977.
- Does Ronald Helms accept Medicare?
- Ronald Helms is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ronald Helms's NPI active?
- Yes — Ronald Helms's NPI (1871579268) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.