John Kirchner, MD
NPI 1952379521 · Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician · Hoover, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Kirchner, MD is a Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician provider in Hoover, AL (NPI 1952379521).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952379521
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20938 (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
20 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
741 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 231 | $81 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 178 | $29 |
| X-Ray of Ankle, Minimum of 3 Views73610 | 96 | $32 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 55 | $101 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 46 | $117 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 121 | 76 |
| Cephalexin | 115 | 102 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 111 | 68 |
| Gabapentin | 76 | 29 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 51 | 25 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 35 | 18 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$751 across 13 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)
- 3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 430Birmingham, AL 35243-3404Phone: (205) 605-8180Fax: (205) 972-8785
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-09
- Last updated
- 2023-05-09
- Certified
- 2022-03-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Kirchner's NPI number?
- John Kirchner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952379521, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Kirchner's specialty?
- John Kirchner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Kirchner located?
- John Kirchner's practice location on file with NPPES is 4517 Southlake Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244-3280.
- What is John Kirchner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Kirchner is (205) 985-4111.
- Does John Kirchner accept Medicare?
- John Kirchner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Kirchner's NPI active?
- Yes — John Kirchner's NPI (1952379521) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-05-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.