Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Towery, M.D.
Interventional Cardiology Physician (CMS: Interventional Cardiology) · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1497966287
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 80.1 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2700 10Th Ave S, Suite 305
Birmingham, AL 352051200
(205) 776-6330
fax (205) 776-6349
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 27, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RI0011X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #32534
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497966287. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,254
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$391,852
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 481 | 334 | $118 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 442 | 340 | $13 | |
J2785 |
Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg | 384 | 96 | $55 | |
G2066 |
Interrogation device evaluation(s), (remote) up to 30 days; implantable cardiovascular physiologic monitor system, implantable loop recorder system, or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote data acquisition(s), receipt of transmissions and tec | 238 | 75 | $42 | |
93298 |
Evaluation of cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote up to 30 days | 234 | 71 | $24 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 128 | 89 | $76 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 123 | 121 | $173 | |
A9500 |
Technetium tc-99m sestamibi, diagnostic, per study dose | 112 | 56 | $110 | |
93296 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days | 110 | 60 | $20 | |
93015 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician | 106 | 105 | $60 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Birmingham Interventional Cardiology Physician, average services per provider: 79. This provider delivers 41× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$224
Transactions
12
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $57.16 | |
| Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC | 2 | $37.80 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 2 | $34.87 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $21.94 | |
| Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, INC. | 1 | $21.45 | |
| Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $17.29 | |
| Chiesi USA, INC. | 1 | $17.10 | |
| Esperion Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $16.35 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,163
Patients
917
Total drug cost
$557,018
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 595 | 112 | $498,825 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 462 | 152 | $8,540 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 316 | 107 | $6,436 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 285 | 78 | $3,572 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 209 | 71 | $2,827 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 195 | 66 | $1,456 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 186 | 56 | $1,822 |
| Flecainide Acetate | Generic | 140 | 33 | $7,063 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 135 | 44 | $2,273 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 115 | 36 | $1,021 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Towery's medical specialty?
Dr. James Towery practices Interventional Cardiology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. James Towery practice?
Dr. James Towery practices at 2700 10Th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 352051200. Office phone: 2057766330.
What is Dr. James Towery's NPI?
Dr. James Towery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497966287, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Towery accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Towery accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Towery commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000); Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2785). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.