Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Tarika Bhuta, M.D.
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1841265071
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.4 / 100 · 2023
- 28 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
3055 Independence Dr
Birmingham, AL 352094167
(205) 414-1368
fax (205) 414-1367
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 21, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #MD00025241
- Medicaid
- AL #009932227
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1841265071. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,013
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$43,434
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 407 | 30 | $0 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 135 | 104 | $111 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 131 | 101 | $82 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 74 | 61 | $43 | |
92557 |
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test | 58 | 55 | $35 | |
92567 |
Test to assess middle ear function | 57 | 53 | $15 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 54 | 28 | $13 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 44 | 44 | $97 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 39 | 39 | $150 | |
G0268 |
Removal of impacted cerumen (one or both ears) by physician on same date of service as audiologic function testing | 14 | 14 | $43 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in Birmingham Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 102. This provider delivers 9.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$512
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optinose US, INC. | 4 | $176.19 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 4 | $96.01 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 3 | $83.92 | |
| Aroa Biosurgery Incorporated | 1 | $53.13 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $43.16 | |
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 1 | $30.99 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $28.57 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
725
Patients
320
Total drug cost
$14,077
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 189 | 58 | $3,521 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 116 | 58 | $2,093 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 58 | 23 | $904 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 54 | 52 | $563 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 53 | 15 | $501 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 53 | 17 | $2,735 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 32 | 13 | $1,278 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 30 | 22 | $159 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 28 | 27 | $311 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | Generic | 25 | 0 | $335 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Tarika Bhuta's medical specialty?
Dr. Tarika Bhuta practices Otolaryngology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Tarika Bhuta practice?
Dr. Tarika Bhuta practices at 3055 Independence Dr, Birmingham, AL 352094167. Office phone: 2054141368.
What is Dr. Tarika Bhuta's NPI?
Dr. Tarika Bhuta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841265071, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Tarika Bhuta accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Tarika Bhuta accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Tarika Bhuta commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1100); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.