Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Arturo Otero, M.D.
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Tuscaloosa, AL
- NPI 1437253044
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 72.7 / 100 · 2023
- 48 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
100 Rice Mine Road Loop Ste 301
Tuscaloosa, AL 354062414
(205) 345-3881
fax (205) 345-7242
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 12, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1978 — 48 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #10634
- Medicaid
- AL #000083173
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437253044. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
886
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$126,497
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 436 | 283 | $116 | |
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 93 | 89 | $85 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 59 | 59 | $200 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 57 | 49 | $167 | |
95913 |
Nerve conduction, 13 or more studies | 44 | 43 | $243 | |
95819 |
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and asleep | 39 | 39 | $394 | |
95910 |
Nerve conduction, 7-8 studies | 31 | 30 | $161 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 26 | 25 | $84 | |
95911 |
Nerve conduction, 9-10 studies | 24 | 24 | $188 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 23 | 23 | $167 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 266. This provider delivers 3.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,052
Transactions
142
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 36 | $535.28 | |
| CSL Behring | 9 | $306.89 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 26 | $264.87 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 14 | $261.28 | |
| Biogen, Inc. | 11 | $247.47 | |
| UCB, Inc. | 7 | $156.35 | |
| Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. | 8 | $156.02 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 5 | $155.04 | |
| ARGENX US, INC. | 6 | $117.13 | |
| Neurelis, Inc. | 7 | $110.89 | |
| Genentech USA, Inc. | 3 | $71.93 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 3 | $62.30 | |
| Eisai Inc. | 2 | $54.94 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 2 | $54.26 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 3 | $49.45 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,889
Patients
591
Total drug cost
$86,015
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 579 | 113 | $9,511 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 291 | 72 | $2,739 |
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 274 | 47 | $11,404 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa (Carbidopa/Levodopa) | Brand | 197 | 36 | $6,748 |
| Topiramate | Generic | 193 | 54 | $4,670 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 170 | 32 | $3,025 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | Generic | 149 | 35 | $4,351 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 146 | 30 | $4,085 |
| Lacosamide | Generic | 145 | 17 | $19,508 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 145 | 35 | $6,121 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Arturo Otero's medical specialty?
Dr. Arturo Otero practices Neurology Physician in Tuscaloosa, AL.
Where does Dr. Arturo Otero practice?
Dr. Arturo Otero practices at 100 Rice Mine Road Loop Ste 301, Tuscaloosa, AL 354062414. Office phone: 2053453881.
What is Dr. Arturo Otero's NPI?
Dr. Arturo Otero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437253044, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Arturo Otero accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Arturo Otero accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Arturo Otero commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study (HCPCS 95886); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.