Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. George McWhorter, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1598772865
- Accepts Medicare
- 50 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
401 Tuscaloosa Ave Sw, Suite 220
Birmingham, AL 352111416
(205) 788-2242
fax (205) 788-7324
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 16, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1976 — 50 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #8979
- Medicaid
- AL #000015063
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598772865. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
212
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$29,140
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 47 | 45 | $96 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 43 | 43 | $168 | |
45384 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using a flexible endoscope with electrical cautery | 33 | 33 | $210 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 30 | 18 | $74 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 22 | 21 | $93 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 21 | 21 | $170 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 16 | 16 | $163 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 33 peers in Birmingham Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 63. This provider delivers 3.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$25
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $24.95 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,109
Patients
810
Total drug cost
$75,647
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 496 | 477 | $8,472 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 228 | 81 | $2,966 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 117 | 114 | $2,327 |
| Zenpep (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 31 | 0 | $41,336 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 30 | 29 | $487 |
| Nystatin | Generic | 28 | 16 | $370 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 22 | 21 | $581 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 21 | 21 | $80 |
| Clarithromycin | Generic | 21 | 21 | $766 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 21 | 16 | $303 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. George McWhorter's medical specialty?
Dr. George McWhorter practices Gastroenterology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. George McWhorter practice?
Dr. George McWhorter practices at 401 Tuscaloosa Ave Sw, Birmingham, AL 352111416. Office phone: 2057882242.
What is Dr. George McWhorter's NPI?
Dr. George McWhorter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598772865, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. George McWhorter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. George McWhorter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. George McWhorter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43235); Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45378); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using a flexible endoscope with electrical cautery (HCPCS 45384). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.