Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Lewis, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1669412904
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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817 Princeton Ave Sw Ste 206
Birmingham, AL 352111348
(205) 226-5900
fax (205) 226-5937 - Mailing address
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1770 Independence CT
Vestavia Hills, AL 352161259
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 30, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #13798
- Medicaid
- AL #LE000007743
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669412904. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,570
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$186,042
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 838 | 205 | $73 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 150 | 23 | $330 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 94 | 92 | $121 | |
36902 |
Insertion of needle and/or tube into hemodialysis circuit and balloon dilation of dialysis segment with review by radiologist | 74 | 64 | $220 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 49 | 41 | $46 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 46 | 20 | $275 | |
90945 |
Dialysis procedure including 1 evaluation | 39 | 13 | $80 | |
77001 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for insertion or removal of central vein access device | 34 | 26 | $17 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 33 | 33 | $111 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 30 | 24 | $80 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in Birmingham Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$58
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresenius USA Marketing, INC. | 3 | $57.93 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Lewis's medical specialty?
Dr. James Lewis practices Nephrology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. James Lewis practice?
Dr. James Lewis practices at 817 Princeton Ave Sw Ste 206, Birmingham, AL 352111348. Office phone: 2052265900.
What is Dr. James Lewis's NPI?
Dr. James Lewis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669412904, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Lewis accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Lewis accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Lewis commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.