Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Custis, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: General Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · General Practice Physician · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1588688873
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3911 10Th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 352224207
(205) 999-6456 - Mailing address
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Po Box 130111
Birmingham, AL 352130111
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 25, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Alabama #00025110 · Alabama #25110
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588688873. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
368
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$45,547
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 175 | 163 | $166 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 129 | 121 | $114 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 39 | 38 | $8 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 25 | 25 | $65 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 79 peers in this city , average services per provider: 93. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
269
Patients
267
Total drug cost
$2,080
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 89 | 89 | $426 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 48 | 46 | $558 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 29 | 29 | $175 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 21 | 21 | $187 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 21 | 21 | $62 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 18 | 18 | $202 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 16 | 16 | $126 |
| Nabumetone | Generic | 15 | 15 | $182 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 12 | 12 | $163 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Custis's medical specialty?
Dr. James Custis practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. James Custis practice?
Dr. James Custis practices at 3911 10Th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 352224207. Office phone: 2059996456.
What is Dr. James Custis's NPI?
Dr. James Custis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588688873, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Custis accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Custis accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Custis commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.