Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Takamitsu Saigusa
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1972765345
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1717 6Th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 352331801
(800) 822-8816
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 25, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #MD.35087
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972765345. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
109
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$11,710
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 81 | 49 | $90 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 14 | 14 | $204 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 14 | 11 | $112 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in Birmingham Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 1.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
439
Patients
124
Total drug cost
$14,731
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allopurinol | Generic | 66 | 24 | $1,008 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 49 | 20 | $526 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 47 | 17 | $361 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 41 | 15 | $240 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 32 | 11 | $543 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 31 | 13 | $1,112 |
| Calcitriol | Generic | 29 | 11 | $376 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 29 | 13 | $265 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 23 | 0 | $932 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 19 | 0 | $274 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Takamitsu Saigusa's medical specialty?
Dr. Takamitsu Saigusa practices Nephrology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Takamitsu Saigusa practice?
Dr. Takamitsu Saigusa practices at 1717 6Th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 352331801. Office phone: 8008228816.
What is Dr. Takamitsu Saigusa's NPI?
Dr. Takamitsu Saigusa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972765345, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Takamitsu Saigusa accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Takamitsu Saigusa accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Takamitsu Saigusa commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.