Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Edgar Underwood, MD
Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1528063716
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 76.7 / 100 · 2023
- 50 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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619 19Th Street South
Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 934-4011 - Mailing address
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Po Box 55309
Birmingham, AL 352555309
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 23, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1976 — 50 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2085R0202X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #00008292
- Medicaid (2)
- MS #06479807 · AL #009938902
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528063716. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
239
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$4,085
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
71045 |
X-ray of chest, 1 view | 144 | 135 | $8 | |
70450 |
Ct scan head or brain without contrast | 40 | 39 | $38 | |
74018 |
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view | 21 | 20 | $8 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 18 | 18 | $10 | |
77012 |
Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement | 16 | 16 | $64 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 60 peers in this city , average services per provider: 89. This provider delivers 2.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$274
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 3 | $197.13 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $63.90 | |
| ARGON MEDICAL DEVICES, INC. | 1 | $13.24 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Edgar Underwood's medical specialty?
Dr. Edgar Underwood practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Edgar Underwood practice?
Dr. Edgar Underwood practices at 619 19Th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233. Office phone: 2059344011.
What is Dr. Edgar Underwood's NPI?
Dr. Edgar Underwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528063716, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Edgar Underwood accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Edgar Underwood accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Edgar Underwood commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of chest, 1 view (HCPCS 71045); Ct scan head or brain without contrast (HCPCS 70450); X-ray of abdomen, 1 view (HCPCS 74018). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.