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PAUL KIVELA
NPI 1669410247
Emergency Medicine in Birmingham, AL

Active since June 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1717 6TH AVE S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233(800) 822-8816 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 23, 2026, Oct 25, 2022, Mar 9, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Paul Kivela NPPES

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

PAUL KIVELA (NPI 1669410247) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (39142) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669410247
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NamePAUL KIVELA
Location Address1717 6TH AVE SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801
Mailing Address1717 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-1801
Phone(800) 822-8816
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 23, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1669410247 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AL · 39142✔ Licensed in TX · R9087
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
1717 6TH AVE S, Birmingham, AL 35233
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Paul Kivela 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 ID8022108414
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200323000998
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 4

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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
70 services70 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
52 services52 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
28 services28 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450056
Location1201 W 38th StAustin, TX 78705 · Travis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Dell Seton Med Center At The University Of Tx

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450124
Location601 E 15th StreetAustin, TX 78701 · Travis County

Paris Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Paris, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450196
Location865 Deshong DrParis, TX 75460 · Lamar County
Emergency services 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
$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.

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.

MELANIE MORRIS
Surgery
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
JESSICA CHA
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
JAMES WALKER
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
TONYA RICHARDS
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
JOSEPH SMITH
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
STACY WADE
Anesthesiology
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816
MRS. CHERYL ANDERSON LANE NP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1717 6TH AVE S, SPAIN REHAB CENTER RM 156
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (205) 934-2747
TARAH WOODFIN
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1717 6TH AVE S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
Jefferson County (800) 822-8816

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 Paul Kivela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Kivela is 1669410247. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2006.

Where is Paul Kivela located?

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

What is Paul Kivela's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Paul Kivela enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Kivela 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 Paul Kivela accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Paul Kivela 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 Paul Kivela affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Kivela is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, Dell Seton Med Center At The University Of Tx and Paris Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Kivela was last updated on March 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.