DR. VELDA D. PUGH M.D.
NPI 1619944329
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Tuscaloosa, AL

Q: What is Velda Pugh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Velda Pugh is 1619944329. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 1, 2006.

Q: What is Velda Pugh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Velda Pugh was last updated on July 12, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.

Active since March 01, 2006PECOS Enrolled

3701 LOOP RD, TUSCALOOSA, AL 35404(205) 554-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 12, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Velda D. Pugh M.d. NPPES

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

DR. VELDA D. PUGH M.D. (NPI 1619944329) is an individual psychiatry provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (12990) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619944329

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X

Provider Legal NameDR. VELDA D. PUGHCredential: M.D.

Location Address3701 LOOP RDTuscaloosa, AL 35404-5015

Mailing Address3701 Loop RdTuscaloosa, AL 35404-5015 · (205) 554-2000

Phone(205) 554-2000

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateMarch 1, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 12, 2007

✔ NPI 1619944329 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084P0800X

License✔ Licensed in AL · 12990

Definition

A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

3701 LOOP RD, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Velda D. Pugh 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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Velda Pugh reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Mccd Fl Psychiatry Services PA

396 mi

Psychiatry

1301 RIVERPLACE BLVD STE 800
Jacksonville, FL 32207

Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
18 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1659003457 (833) 351-8255

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35404 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

$161.63 typical visit price

range $52.65 – $161.63

Typical copayment $40.40 (range $13.16 – $40.40)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$66.08 typical visit price

range $16.56 – $131.65

Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

DR. DAVID WILLIAM HOLLINGSWORTH PHD

Psychologist (Clinical)

3701 LOOP RD
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35404

Tuscaloosa County (205) 554-2000

BRITTANY NICOLE BARNES PHARMD

Pharmacist

3701 LOOP RD
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35404

Tuscaloosa County (205) 554-2000

SHANTERELL REDD PHARMD

Pharmacist

3701 LOOP RD
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35404

Tuscaloosa County (205) 554-2000

AMY JUDITH MITCHELL LMSW

Social Worker

3701 LOOP RD
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35404

Tuscaloosa County (205) 554-2000

DR. CARLOS EUGENIO BERRY M.D.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)

3701 LOOP RD, TUSCALOOSA VA MEDICAL CENTER
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35404

Tuscaloosa County (205) 554-2822

DR. DAVID WILLIAM MACVICAR PH.D.

Psychologist (Clinical)

3701 LOOP RD
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35404

Tuscaloosa County (205) 554-2822

DR. MARK BRUCE NISSENBAUM M.D.

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)

3701 LOOP RD, VA MEDICAL CENTER (679/11)
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35404

Tuscaloosa County (205) 554-2000

DORIS D PATTON CRNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

3701 LOOP RD
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35404

Tuscaloosa County (205) 554-2000

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 Velda Pugh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Velda Pugh is 1619944329. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 1, 2006.

Where is Velda Pugh located?

Velda Pugh practices at 3701 Loop Rd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404. The listed phone number is (205) 554-2000.

What is Velda Pugh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Velda Pugh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Velda Pugh is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Velda Pugh's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Velda Pugh reassigns Medicare benefits to Mccd Fl Psychiatry Services PA (Jacksonville, FL). The 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 Velda Pugh's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Velda Pugh accept?

Health plans from UnitedHealthcare list Velda Pugh 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 Velda Pugh was last updated on July 12, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.