Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Laine McDonald
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1578545711
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
1717 6Th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 352331801
(800) 822-8816 - Additional location
-
960 Rocket Way
Gardendale, AL 350714749
(205) 263-0952
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 29, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #24906
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578545711. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
606
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$68,730
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 242 | 237 | $166 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 179 | 172 | $113 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 147 | 142 | $8 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 38 | 37 | $192 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 79 peers in this city , average services per provider: 93. This provider delivers 6.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
760
Patients
749
Total drug cost
$5,986
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 179 | 175 | $686 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 72 | 72 | $850 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 69 | 67 | $1,285 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 69 | 69 | $124 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 62 | 59 | $121 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 50 | 49 | $145 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 45 | 45 | $456 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 31 | 31 | $149 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 30 | 30 | $371 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 29 | 29 | $208 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Laine McDonald's medical specialty?
Dr. Laine McDonald practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Laine McDonald practice?
Dr. Laine McDonald practices at 1717 6Th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 352331801. Office phone: 8008228816.
What is Dr. Laine McDonald's NPI?
Dr. Laine McDonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578545711, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Laine McDonald accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Laine McDonald accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Laine McDonald 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.