James Worthen, MD
NPI 1922217215 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Sports Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Worthen, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1922217215).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922217215
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD27170 (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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,711 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 378 | $29 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 292 | $59 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 193 | $50 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 185 | $81 |
| X-Ray of Both Knees While Standing73565 | 151 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 141 | 84 |
| Prednisone | 97 | 84 |
| Celecoxib | 86 | 41 |
| Amoxicillin | 86 | 55 |
| Methocarbamol | 78 | 59 |
| Methylprednisolone | 62 | 57 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 53 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$199 across 5 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 (1)
- 2030 Lay Dam RdClanton, AL 35045-8344Phone: (205) 259-3991
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-22
- Last updated
- 2023-12-29
- Certified
- 2023-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Worthen's NPI number?
- James Worthen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922217215, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Worthen's specialty?
- James Worthen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Worthen located?
- James Worthen's practice location on file with NPPES is 2700 10th Ave S Ste 200, Birmingham, AL 35205-1248.
- What is James Worthen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Worthen is (205) 933-7838.
- Does James Worthen accept Medicare?
- James Worthen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Worthen's NPI active?
- Yes — James Worthen's NPI (1922217215) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.