DR. GRAHAM COOPER TOWNS M.D.
NPI 1639324825
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Birmingham, AL

Active since December 01, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2000 6TH AVE S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233(205) 934-9999 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 6, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 6, 2024, Dec 13, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Graham Cooper Towns M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GRAHAM COOPER TOWNS M.D. (NPI 1639324825) is an individual nephrology provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (31891) and active in the NPI registry since December 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Orlando Health, and maintains a secondary practice location in Birmingham.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639324825
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. GRAHAM COOPER TOWNSCredential: M.D.
Location Address2000 6TH AVE SBirmingham, AL 35233-2110
Mailing AddressPo Box 55310Birmingham, AL 35255-5310 · (205) 731-9701
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateDecember 1, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 6, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1639324825 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License Licensed in AL · 31891
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.
2000 6TH AVE S, Birmingham, AL 35233

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11720 2nd Avenue SouthBirmingham, AL 35249 · Phone (205) 975-9200 · Fax (205) 996-6555

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

Dr. Graham Cooper Towns 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 ID4284882606
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240205001819
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 8

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.
651 services164 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.
100 services92 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.
100 services30 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.
62 services25 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
55 services28 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
38 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Orlando Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Orlando, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100006
Location52 W Underwood StOrlando, FL 32806 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventhealth Orlando

Acute Care Hospitals · Orlando, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100007
Location601 E Rollins StOrlando, FL 32803 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventhealth Waterman

Acute Care Hospitals · Tavares, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number100057
Location1000 Waterman WayTavares, FL 32778 · Lake County
Birthing friendly

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 12

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

Azathioprine, oral, 50 mg J7500
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
5 suppliers44 claims2,325 services$1.28 avg. paid by Medicare
Cyclosporine, oral, 100 mg J7502
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers25 claims1,200 services$1.63 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, extended release, (envarsus xr), oral, 0.25 mg J7503
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N
3 suppliers136 claims61,320 services$1.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
23 suppliers1,120 claims157,488 services$0.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, extended release, (astagraf xl), oral, 0.1 mg J7508
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier13 claims3,900 services$0.39 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
10 suppliers898 claims234,380 services$0.01 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 20

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

Pharmacy (Specialty Pharmacy)
2000 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Pharmacist (Ambulatory Care)
2000 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2000 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2000 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
2000 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2000 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Nurse Practitioner
2000 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Nurse Practitioner
2000 6TH AVE S, INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY/ STRUCTURAL HEART CLINIC
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 Graham Towns's NPI number?

The NPI number for Graham Towns is 1639324825. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 1, 2008.

Where is Graham Towns located?

Graham Towns practices at 2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233. The listed phone number is (205) 934-9999.

What is Graham Towns's specialty?

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

Is Graham Towns enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Graham Towns 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 Graham Towns accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and Health First Commercial Plans, Inc. and 2 other insurers list Graham Towns 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.

Is Graham Towns affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Graham Towns is affiliated with Orlando Health, Adventhealth Orlando and Adventhealth Waterman.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Graham Towns was last updated on February 6, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.