1. Home
  2. Directory
  3. Alabama
  4. Sylacauga
  5. Family Medicine
  6. NPI Profile

DR. CLIFTON GARRIS M.D.
NPI 1629092515
Family Medicine in Sylacauga, AL

Active since July 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1023 WEST FORT WILLIAMS ST, SYLACAUGA, AL 35150(256) 245-6700(256) 245-6002 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 26, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Clifton Garris M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CLIFTON GARRIS M.D. (NPI 1629092515) is an individual family medicine provider in Sylacauga, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (26623) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629092515
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CLIFTON GARRISCredential: M.D.
Location Address1023 WEST FORT WILLIAMS STSylacauga, AL 35150-2432
Mailing Address1023 West Fort Williams StSylacauga, AL 35150-2432 · (256) 245-6700 · Fax (256) 245-6002
Phone(256) 245-6700
Fax(256) 245-6002
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJuly 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 26, 2011
✔ NPI 1629092515 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 26623
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1023 WEST FORT WILLIAMS ST, Sylacauga, AL 35150
Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Identifiers 3

Other51109879AL · Blue Cross
Medicare UPINI42284AL
Medicaid123821AL

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. Clifton Garris 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 ID1759306848
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101217000419
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 5

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.
97 services58 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.
73 services38 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.
63 services46 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
24 services24 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
23 services23 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35150 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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

Adult Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): Suicide Risk Assessment
0%37 patients
Breast Cancer Screening
53%230 patients3/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
16%485 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
49%498 patients3/55-star benchmark: 87%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
56%690 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
41%565 patients2/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
11%221 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
20%221 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
94%2,461 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
0%174 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
17%1,277 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
17%1,092 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
19%1,180 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 68% · 934 patients
Patients screened: 89% · 934 patients
9%222 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
71%263 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 2% · 192 patients
Patients totalRate: 18% · 198 patients
17%198 patients3/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers52 claims52 services$191.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Clifton Garris's NPI number?

The NPI number for Clifton Garris is 1629092515. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 26, 2006.

Where is Clifton Garris located?

Clifton Garris practices at 1023 West Fort Williams St, Sylacauga, AL 35150. The listed phone number is (256) 245-6700.

What is Clifton Garris's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Clifton Garris enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Clifton Garris 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 Clifton Garris accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Clifton Garris 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 Clifton Garris was last updated on April 26, 2011. 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.