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DR. BRIAN J MCCOOL M.D.
NPI 1730154972
Otolaryngology in Homewood, AL

Active since February 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.41/100
CMS Quality Rating
3055 INDEPENDENCE DR, HOMEWOOD, AL 35209(205) 414-1368(205) 414-1367 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 16, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Brian J Mccool M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BRIAN J MCCOOL M.D. (NPI 1730154972) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Homewood, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (MD00025363) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730154972
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRIAN J MCCOOLCredential: M.D.
Location Address3055 INDEPENDENCE DRHomewood, AL 35209-4167
Mailing Address3055 Independence DrHomewood, AL 35209-4167 · (205) 414-1368 · Fax (205) 414-1367
Phone(205) 414-1368
Fax(205) 414-1367
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateFebruary 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 16, 2014
✔ NPI 1730154972 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · MD00025363
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
3055 INDEPENDENCE DR, Homewood, AL 35209
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Other Identifiers 5

Other051527775AL · Bcbs Provider Number
Medicaid051527775AL
OtherP00213329AL · Rrmcr Provider Number
Medicare UPIN051527775AL
Medicare UPINH93954

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Brian J Mccool 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 ID244274389
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050620000264
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 10

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 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.
215 services148 patients
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
192 services17 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
109 services80 patients
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test 92557
A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.
70 services69 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
63 services63 patients
Test to assess middle ear function 92567
A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
48 services48 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35209 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
$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.

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.

77.41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality54.83
Improvement Activities40

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.

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers24 claims24 services$33.44 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 5

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

MCCOOL & BHUTA EAR NOSE AND THROAT SPECIALISTS
Otolaryngology (Plastic Surgery within the Head & Neck)
3055 INDEPENDENCE DR
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
Jefferson County (205) 414-1368
MRS. RACHEL MCGEHEE LYNCH AU.D.
Audiologist
3055 INDEPENDENCE DR
HOMEWOOD, AL 35209
Jefferson County (205) 313-0395
DR. LOGAN COLE AU.D.
Audiologist
3055 INDEPENDENCE DR
HOMEWOOD, AL 35209
Jefferson County (205) 414-1368
DR. TARIKA BHUTA M.D.
Otolaryngology
3055 INDEPENDENCE DR
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
Jefferson County (205) 414-1368
JACQUELINE C BATTLE
Audiologist
3055 INDEPENDENCE DR
HOMEWOOD, AL 35209
Jefferson County (205) 414-1368

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 Brian Mccool's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Mccool is 1730154972. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 21, 2006.

Where is Brian Mccool located?

Brian Mccool practices at 3055 Independence Dr, Homewood, AL 35209. The listed phone number is (205) 414-1368.

What is Brian Mccool's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Brian Mccool enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brian Mccool 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 Brian Mccool accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and UnitedHealthcare list Brian Mccool 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 Brian Mccool was last updated on October 16, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.