Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Waits, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician · Northport, AL
- NPI 1396779161
- Accepts Medicare
- 52 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1325 McFarland Blvd
Northport, AL 354763270
(205) 926-2992
fax (205) 316-7675 - Mailing address
-
405 Belcher St
Centreville, AL 350422946
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 6, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1974 — 52 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #9904
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396779161. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
11,056
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$225,779
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0875 |
Injection, dalbavancin, 5 mg | 10,200 | 13 | $15 | |
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 174 | 39 | $48 | |
11043 |
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 173 | 33 | $137 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 164 | 21 | $57 | |
11046 |
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less | 132 | 11 | $51 | |
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 47 | 19 | $115 | |
11044 |
Removal of bone, 20.0 sq cm or less | 47 | 12 | $202 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 38 | 26 | $83 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 31 | 22 | $92 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 21 | 17 | $118 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 921. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$544
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Jolla Pharmaceutical Company | 3 | $266.09 | |
| Smith+Nephew, Inc. | 1 | $135.69 | |
| MEDELA LLC | 1 | $63.27 | |
| Organogenesis Inc. | 1 | $30.94 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $24.31 | |
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 1 | $23.77 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
458
Patients
96
Total drug cost
$299,340
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium Chloride (0.9 % Sodium Chloride) | Brand | 103 | 0 | $796 |
| Ceftriaxone (Ceftriaxone Sodium) | Brand | 72 | 0 | $16,302 |
| Daptomycin | Generic | 59 | 0 | $56,786 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 30 | 21 | $166 |
| Cefepime Hcl | Generic | 28 | 0 | $4,661 |
| Dalvance (Dalbavancin Hcl) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $127,980 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 23 | 16 | $257 |
| Vibativ (Telavancin Hcl) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $90,999 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 18 | 13 | $520 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 16 | 11 | $99 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Waits's medical specialty?
Dr. John Waits practices Surgery Physician in Northport, AL.
Where does Dr. John Waits practice?
Dr. John Waits practices at 1325 McFarland Blvd, Northport, AL 354763270. Office phone: 2059262992.
What is Dr. John Waits's NPI?
Dr. John Waits's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396779161, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Waits accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Waits accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Waits commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, dalbavancin, 5 mg (HCPCS J0875); Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 11042); Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 11043). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.