Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Short, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Huntsville, AL
- NPI 1144219148
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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119 Longwood Drive
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 533-6488
fax (256) 533-6495 - Mailing address
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Po Box 2324
Birmingham, AL 352012324
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #00026848
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1144219148. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
507
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$65,759
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 191 | 162 | $118 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 97 | 97 | $155 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 52 | 52 | $170 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 45 | 44 | $58 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 29 | 29 | $144 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 27 | 27 | $77 | |
43248 |
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope | 27 | 27 | $144 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 21 | 21 | $169 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 18 | 18 | $170 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in this city , average services per provider: 105. This provider delivers 4.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$146
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 1 | $99.99 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $17.35 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 1 | $15.25 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $13.36 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
610
Patients
141
Total drug cost
$54,745
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 175 | 54 | $2,656 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 120 | 37 | $12,831 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 58 | 27 | $862 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 48 | 12 | $463 |
| Promethazine Hcl | Generic | 32 | 0 | $258 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $9,639 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 21 | 0 | $330 |
| Megestrol Acetate | Generic | 21 | 0 | $489 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $18,162 |
| Colesevelam Hcl | Generic | 18 | 0 | $4,246 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Short's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Short practices Gastroenterology Physician in Huntsville, AL.
Where does Dr. Thomas Short practice?
Dr. Thomas Short practices at 119 Longwood Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801. Office phone: 2565336488.
What is Dr. Thomas Short's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144219148, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Thomas Short accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Short accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Short 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 99204); Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45378). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.