ABIMBOLA CHRIS-OLAIYA MD
NPI 1770937864
Internal Medicine in Tuscaloosa, AL

Q: What is Abimbola Chris-olaiya's NPI number?

The NPI number for Abimbola Chris-olaiya is 1770937864. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 15, 2016. The provider is also known as Abimbola Alimi MD.

Q: What is Abimbola Chris-olaiya's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Active since April 15, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E, TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401(205) 759-7111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 24, 2025, Apr 17, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Abimbola Chris-olaiya Md NPPES

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

ABIMBOLA CHRIS-OLAIYA MD (NPI 1770937864) is an individual internal medicine provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (MD.43900) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770937864

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameABIMBOLA CHRIS-OLAIYACredential: MD

Location Address809 UNIVERSITY BLVD ETuscaloosa, AL 35401-2029

Mailing Address809 University Blvd ETuscaloosa, AL 35401-2029 · (205) 759-7111

Phone(205) 759-7111

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateApril 15, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 24, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 24, 2025

✔ NPI 1770937864 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in AL · MD.43900

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Abimbola Alimi Md

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Abimbola Chris-olaiya Md 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 ID7618263278

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230214001333

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Abimbola Chris-olaiya reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

The Dch Health Care Authority

Same address

Clinic/Center

701 UNIVERSITY BLVD E STE 211
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: The Dch Healthcare Authority
179 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1306613211 (205) 343-8200

Cogent Healthcare Of Decatur, LLC

1.2 mi

Critical Care Medicine

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

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

NPI 1386695500 (205) 759-7111

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

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.

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.

335 services127 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.

46 services36 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.

28 services23 patients

Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556

This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.

21 services19 patients

Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope 31500

This is a procedure where a thin tube is inserted into your windpipe to aid in breathing. It's done in emergency situations, using an endoscope, a tool with a light and camera, to ensure correct placement.

14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35401 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.

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.

ALABAMA HOSPITAL CARE LLC

Internal Medicine

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401

Tuscaloosa County (205) 344-9019

DR. JOHN WILLIAM DUBAY M.D.

Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E, DCH CANCER TREATMENT CENTER
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401

Tuscaloosa County (205) 759-7803

STEVEN WESLEY COPELAND M.D.

Internal Medicine

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401

Tuscaloosa County (205) 759-7800

JAMES PAUL MURPHY CRNP

Nurse Practitioner

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E, MEDICAL TOWER #124
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401

Tuscaloosa County (205) 759-7111

KATHY TAYLOR GIVHAN CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401

Tuscaloosa County (205) 759-7352

WHATLEY HEALTH SERVICES, INC

General Acute Care Hospital

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401

Tuscaloosa County (205) 614-6063

REBECCA MAYS SYLLA CRNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401

Tuscaloosa County (205) 759-7122

JOHNNA JUNKIN WALKER CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

809 UNIVERSITY BLVD E
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35401

Tuscaloosa County (205) 759-7352

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 Abimbola Chris-olaiya's NPI number?

The NPI number for Abimbola Chris-olaiya is 1770937864. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 15, 2016. The provider is also known as Abimbola Alimi MD.

Where is Abimbola Chris-olaiya located?

Abimbola Chris-olaiya practices at 809 University Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. The listed phone number is (205) 759-7111.

What is Abimbola Chris-olaiya's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Abimbola Chris-olaiya enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Abimbola Chris-olaiya 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Abimbola Chris-olaiya's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Abimbola Chris-olaiya reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: The Dch Health Care Authority (Tuscaloosa, AL) and Cogent Healthcare Of Decatur, LLC (Tuscaloosa, AL). Each 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 Abimbola Chris-olaiya's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Abimbola Chris-olaiya was last updated on November 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.