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DR. JAMES BRIAN WILHITE M.D.
NPI 1043329808
Internal Medicine in Tuscaloosa, AL

Active since August 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
16.75/100
CMS Quality Rating
100 RICE MINE RD N, SUITE B, TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406(205) 349-4200(205) 349-4285 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 16, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. James Brian Wilhite M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. JAMES BRIAN WILHITE M.D. (NPI 1043329808) is an individual internal medicine provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (15914) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043329808
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES BRIAN WILHITECredential: M.D.
Location Address100 RICE MINE RD N, SUITE BTuscaloosa, AL 35406-2300
Mailing Address100 Rice Mine Rd N, Suite BTuscaloosa, AL 35406-2300 · (205) 349-4200 · Fax (205) 349-4285
Phone(205) 349-4200
Fax(205) 349-4285
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateAugust 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 16, 2010
✔ NPI 1043329808 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 15914
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
100 RICE MINE RD N, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare PIN88689AL
Medicare UPINE90747AL
Medicaid528502230AL
Other51088689AL · Blue Cross Provider Number

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. James Brian Wilhite M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5597784470
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100329000387
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
532 services188 patients
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
274 services38 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
242 services128 patients
Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg J0696
Ceftriaxone sodium is an antibiotic injection used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Each injection contains 250 mg of the medicine. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.
192 services43 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
124 services73 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
89 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35406 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

16.75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost55.84

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
11 suppliers24 claims86 services$6.63 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers15 claims26 services$1.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$15.17 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers16 claims16 services$74.69 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. JENNIFER TALBERT DICKSON D.M.D.
Dentist (General Practice)
100 RICE MINE RD N, SUITE D
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 248-9077
BIOGASTREX, LLC
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
100 RICE MINE RD N, SUITE E
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 345-0010
ANESTHESIA SERVICES OF ALABAMA INC
Anesthesiology
100 RICE MINE RD N, STE E
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (800) 204-0099
DR. REGINALD ZANE MOTLEY D.O.
Internal Medicine
100 RICE MINE RD N, SUITE B
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 439-4200
MRS. TRACY CHRISTIAN GRISSETT NURSE PRACTITIONER
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
100 RICE MINE RD N, SUITE B
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 349-4200
KEITH E JACKSON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
100 RICE MINE RD N
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 354-0010
GOPAL K KAZA MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
100 RICE MINE RD N, SUITE E
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 345-0010
DR. RICHARD WILSON SHAMBLIN M.D.
Internal Medicine
100 RICE MINE RD N, SUITE B
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 349-4200

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is James Wilhite's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Wilhite is 1043329808. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 29, 2006.

Where is James Wilhite located?

James Wilhite practices at 100 Rice Mine Rd N Suite B, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406. The listed phone number is (205) 349-4200.

What is James Wilhite's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is James Wilhite enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Wilhite is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does James Wilhite accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list James Wilhite as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Wilhite was last updated on December 16, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.