Michael Putman, MD
NPI 1871848929 · Family Medicine Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Putman, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1871848929).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871848929
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- L3313.R (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
13 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
2,220 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 | 248 | $112 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 167 | $8 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 155 | $2 |
| Thyroxine (thyroid Chemical), Free84439 | 137 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 134 | $16 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 133 | $10 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 181 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 785 | 203 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 626 | 151 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 554 | 103 |
| Omeprazole | 422 | 102 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 387 | 63 |
| Gabapentin | 381 | 95 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$361 across 18 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
- 2012-07-16
- Last updated
- 2016-12-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Putman's NPI number?
- Michael Putman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871848929, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Putman's specialty?
- Michael Putman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Putman located?
- Michael Putman's practice location on file with NPPES is 805 Saint Vincents Dr, Birmingham, AL 35205-1636.
- What is Michael Putman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Putman is (205) 595-5504.
- Does Michael Putman accept Medicare?
- Michael Putman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Putman's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Putman's NPI (1871848929) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-12-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.