Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Alian Al-Balas
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1184936304
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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1717 6Th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 352331801
(800) 822-8816 - Additional location
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2337 1St St Ne
Center Point, AL 352153619
(205) 520-1108 - Additional location
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500 22Nd St S
Birmingham, AL 352333110
(205) 996-2186
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 5, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #33169
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184936304. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
798
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$94,457
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 213 | 107 | $75 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 116 | 67 | $112 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 110 | 17 | $336 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 84 | 80 | $76 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 64 | 35 | $69 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 44 | 42 | $162 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 39 | 38 | $12 | |
90945 |
Dialysis procedure including 1 evaluation | 38 | 20 | $81 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 35 | 25 | $80 | |
77001 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for insertion or removal of central vein access device | 23 | 23 | $17 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in Birmingham Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 7.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
198
Patients
110
Total drug cost
$15,825
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 22 | 19 | $215 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 18 | 0 | $1,846 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 18 | 14 | $336 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 18 | 14 | $222 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 16 | 11 | $103 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $228 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 14 | 12 | $140 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 14 | 14 | $134 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 13 | 13 | $162 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $11,662 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alian Al-Balas's medical specialty?
Dr. Alian Al-Balas practices Nephrology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Alian Al-Balas practice?
Dr. Alian Al-Balas practices at 1717 6Th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 352331801. Office phone: 8008228816.
What is Dr. Alian Al-Balas's NPI?
Dr. Alian Al-Balas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184936304, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alian Al-Balas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alian Al-Balas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alian Al-Balas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.