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Dr. David McLain, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1689614737
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 94.1 / 100 · 2023
- 52 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2229 Cahaba Valley Dr
Birmingham, AL 352422602
(205) 991-8996
fax (205) 991-8997
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 21, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1974 — 52 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #9639
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689614737. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
8,469
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$277,976
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 5,580 | 65 | $23 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,157 | 168 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 695 | 403 | $116 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 299 | 154 | $64 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 290 | 201 | $84 | |
96401 |
Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle | 102 | 71 | $65 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 68 | 20 | $13 | |
J7321 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 58 | 22 | $74 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 56 | 37 | $48 | |
80305 |
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation | 54 | 49 | $12 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Birmingham Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 5,030. This provider delivers 1.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$186,852
Transactions
201
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 61 | $182,650.89 | |
| Amgen INC. | 28 | $591.02 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 15 | $557.34 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 11 | $368.82 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 16 | $365.32 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 19 | $344.85 | |
| Kyowa Kirin, INC. | 7 | $213.64 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 7 | $206.92 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 11 | $197.94 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 6 | $149.93 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 7 | $148.97 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $147.37 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 5 | $135.74 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 1 | $115.92 | |
| Scilex Pharmaceuticals INC. | 6 | $111.63 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
12,174
Patients
2,132
Total drug cost
$393,009
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 2,364 | 475 | $152,065 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 2,073 | 253 | $51,488 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 979 | 200 | $14,597 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 896 | 121 | $33,942 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 804 | 143 | $8,771 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 667 | 125 | $5,259 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 612 | 116 | $65,373 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 568 | 109 | $5,136 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 500 | 99 | $18,474 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 484 | 71 | $2,543 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David McLain's medical specialty?
Dr. David McLain practices Rheumatology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. David McLain practice?
Dr. David McLain practices at 2229 Cahaba Valley Dr, Birmingham, AL 352422602. Office phone: 2059918996.
What is Dr. David McLain's NPI?
Dr. David McLain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689614737, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David McLain accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David McLain accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David McLain commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.