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DAVID CHRISTOPHER BLACK M.D.
NPI 1457324352
Internal Medicine in Birmingham, AL

Active since February 10, 2006PECOS Enrolled
87.47/100
CMS Quality Rating
3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243(205) 971-3000(205) 971-4910 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 28, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 28, 2021, Jul 12, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About David Christopher Black M.d. NPPES

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

DAVID CHRISTOPHER BLACK M.D. (NPI 1457324352) is an individual internal medicine provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (00012786) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457324352
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDAVID CHRISTOPHER BLACKCredential: M.D.
Location Address3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820Birmingham, AL 35243-3408
Mailing Address3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 820Birmingham, AL 35243-3408 · (205) 971-3000 · Fax (205) 971-4910
Phone(205) 971-3000
Fax(205) 971-4910
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateFebruary 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 28, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 28, 2021
✔ NPI 1457324352 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 · 00012786
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.
3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820, Birmingham, AL 35243
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Other Identifiers 1

Other511-42889AL · Bcbs

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

David Christopher Black M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show David Black reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Affinity Physician Services LLC
Same address
General Practice
3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820
Birmingham, AL 35243
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 126 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1366485617 (205) 971-3000
Baptist Health Centers, LLC
36 mi
Family Medicine
320 COOSA ST E
Talladega, AL 35160
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 430 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1184688244 (256) 362-3636

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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 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.
154 services98 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
147 services147 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
113 services108 patients
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.
106 services86 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
40 services40 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
38 services30 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35243 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.

87.47/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality74.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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
9 suppliers21 claims37 services$6.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers12 claims12 services$10.15 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers12 claims64 services$1.76 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 7

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

REBECCA R BYRD M.D.
Internal Medicine
3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 971-3000
KATHERINE JEAN HENRY CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 971-3000
DR. CHARLES BRANDON CROW III M.D.
Internal Medicine
3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 971-3000
AFFINITY PHYSICIAN SERVICES LLC
General Practice
3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 971-3000
JILL ARORA
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 971-3000
DR. AJAY SOMBHAI PATEL MD
Internal Medicine
3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 971-3000
THOMAS J CUNNINGHAM II MD
Internal Medicine
3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 820
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243
Jefferson County (205) 971-4910

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 David Black's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Black is 1457324352. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 10, 2006.

Where is David Black located?

David Black practices at 3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 820, Birmingham, AL 35243. The listed phone number is (205) 971-3000.

What is David Black's specialty?

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

Is David Black enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Black is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for David Black's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), David Black reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Affinity Physician Services LLC (Birmingham, AL) and Baptist Health Centers, LLC (Talladega, AL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for David Black's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Black was last updated on September 28, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.