Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kevin Cottingham, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Cullman, AL
- NPI 1043279797
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1890 Al Highway 157, Pob II Ste 420-B
Cullman, AL 350583601
(256) 736-2263
fax (256) 736-2265
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 21, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #24471
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1043279797. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
270
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$34,794
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 77 | 55 | $82 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 53 | 35 | $112 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 24 | 21 | $114 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 22 | 22 | $154 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 21 | 21 | $68 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 17 | 16 | $116 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 17 | 17 | $92 | |
45384 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using a flexible endoscope with electrical cautery | 15 | 14 | $188 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 13 | 13 | $170 | |
47562 |
Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope | 11 | 11 | $583 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Cullman Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 54. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$343
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
11
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 1 | $71.43 | |
| Intra-Sana Laboratories | 3 | $42.57 | |
| Paratek Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $40.60 | |
| Braintree Laboratories, INC. | 2 | $37.61 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $27.47 | |
| Endogastric Solutions, INC | 1 | $25.49 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $25.08 | |
| Kerecis Limited | 1 | $23.72 | |
| Avanos Medical | 1 | $18.14 | |
| Lucid Diagnostics INC. | 1 | $16.64 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $14.34 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
310
Patients
228
Total drug cost
$4,705
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 97 | 91 | $575 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 76 | 74 | $284 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 47 | 16 | $486 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 44 | 14 | $468 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 29 | 17 | $2,778 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 17 | 16 | $114 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kevin Cottingham's medical specialty?
Dr. Kevin Cottingham practices Surgery Physician in Cullman, AL.
Where does Dr. Kevin Cottingham practice?
Dr. Kevin Cottingham practices at 1890 Al Highway 157, Cullman, AL 350583601. Office phone: 2567362263.
What is Dr. Kevin Cottingham's NPI?
Dr. Kevin Cottingham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043279797, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kevin Cottingham accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kevin Cottingham accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kevin Cottingham commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.