AMMAR ALMEHMI
NPI 1497798219
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Birmingham, AL

Active since June 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1717 6TH AVE S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233(800) 822-8816 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2026, Oct 25, 2022, Oct 20, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Ammar Almehmi NPPES

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

AMMAR ALMEHMI (NPI 1497798219) is an individual nephrology provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (32484) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497798219
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameAMMAR ALMEHMI
Location Address1717 6TH AVE SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801
Mailing Address1717 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJune 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2026
NPI 1497798219 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
Licenses Licensed in AL · 32484 Licensed in TN · 47261
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
1717 6TH AVE S, Birmingham, AL 35233

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 16490 Mount Moriah Road Ext Ste 202Memphis, TN 38115-3841 · Phone (901) 366-5479
Location 21720 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35294-0004 · Phone (205) 996-2186

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

Ammar Almehmi 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 ID1658345335
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130619000583
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 15

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.

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.
174 services99 patients
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
100 services75 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
94 services62 patients
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935
Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.
93 services38 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
56 services53 patients
Fluoroscopic guidance for insertion or removal of central vein access device 77001
Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device insertion or removal is a procedure where a special X-ray, called a fluoroscope, is used to help accurately place or remove a device in a central vein. This device aids in delivering medications or collecting blood samples.
48 services42 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35233 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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%113 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Surgery
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Anesthesiology
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1717 6TH AVE S, SPAIN REHAB CENTER RM 156
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233

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 Ammar Almehmi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ammar Almehmi is 1497798219. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2006.

Where is Ammar Almehmi located?

Ammar Almehmi practices at 1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233. The listed phone number is (800) 822-8816.

What is Ammar Almehmi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Ammar Almehmi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ammar Almehmi 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 Ammar Almehmi accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and 1 other insurer list Ammar Almehmi 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 Ammar Almehmi was last updated on April 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.