DOUGLAS SCOTT DICKINSON MD
NPI 1285686915
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Birmingham, AL

Active since May 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, SUITE 900, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209(205) 271-8000(208) 879-0548 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Douglas Scott Dickinson Md NPPES

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

DOUGLAS SCOTT DICKINSON MD (NPI 1285686915) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (6490) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Birmingham, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (1972).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285686915
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDOUGLAS SCOTT DICKINSONCredential: MD
Location Address1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, SUITE 900Birmingham, AL 35209-2643
Mailing Address1 Independence Plaza, Suite 900Birmingham, AL 35209-2643 · (205) 271-8000 · Fax (208) 879-0548
Fax(208) 879-0548
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1972
Enumeration DateMay 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 29, 2023
NPI 1285686915 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
Licenses Licensed in AL · 6490 Licensed in AL · 00006490
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, Birmingham, AL 35209

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12022 Bkwd Med Ctr DrBirmingham, AL 35294-0001 · Phone (205) 271-8044

Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid000017840AL
OtherC792942AL · Healthspring Provider Num
Other2910016AL · United Healthcare Provide
Other51017840AL · Blue Cross Provider Numbe

Accepted 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

Douglas Scott Dickinson Md 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 ID7911970413
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090821000048
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 2

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.

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
28 services28 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35209 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, SUITE 900
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, SUITE 900
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
Physician Assistant
1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, SUITE 900
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, STE 900
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
Nurse Practitioner
1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, STE 900
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, SUITE 900
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, SUITE 900A
HOMEWOOD, AL 35209
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1 INDEPENDENCE PLAZA, SUITE 900
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209

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 Douglas Dickinson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Dickinson is 1285686915. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 17, 2006.

Where is Douglas Dickinson located?

Douglas Dickinson practices at 1 Independence Plaza Suite 900, Birmingham, AL 35209. The listed phone number is (205) 271-8000.

What is Douglas Dickinson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Douglas Dickinson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Douglas Dickinson 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 Douglas Dickinson accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Douglas Dickinson 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 Douglas Dickinson was last updated on June 29, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.