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THOMAS KENT TAYLOR MD
NPI 1811962509
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Selma, AL

Active since February 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
905 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SELMA, AL 36701(334) 874-6053(334) 418-0726 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Thomas Kent Taylor Md NPPES

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

THOMAS KENT TAYLOR MD (NPI 1811962509) is an individual nephrology provider in Selma, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (9217) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Baylor College Of Medicine (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811962509
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameTHOMAS KENT TAYLORCredential: MD
Location Address905 MEDICAL CENTER PKWYSelma, AL 36701-6746
Mailing Address1023 Medical Center Pkwy Ste 305Selma, AL 36701-7738 · (334) 418-4113
Phone(334) 874-6053
Fax(334) 418-0726
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSBaylor College Of MedicineGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateFebruary 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 2, 2024
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 2, 2024
✔ NPI 1811962509 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 · 9217
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.
905 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, Selma, AL 36701
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Other Identifiers 7

Other051075573AL · Bcbs Of Alabama
MedicaidTA000006131AL
Other051517691AL · Bcbs Of Alabama
Other406393129AL · Medicare Railroad Prov #
Other051006131AL · Blue Cross Provider #
MedicaidTA000075573AL
MedicaidTA009931425AL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.Insurance ›

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

Thomas Kent Taylor 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 ID6305750290
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100209000586
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

2

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

Vaughan Physician Practices, LLC
Same address
Family Medicine
1013 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY BLDG 2
Selma, AL 36701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 43 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1629310958 (334) 418-4113
Selma Kidney Care Inc
0.1 mi
Nephrology
901 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY
Selma, AL 36701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1326930538 (334) 267-8651

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 6

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.

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.
226 services42 patients
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961
Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.
111 services44 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.
101 services42 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
94 services34 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.
86 services48 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.
24 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 36701 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.

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

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
99%825 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%115 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
98%54 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
90%304 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 98% · 218 patients
98%218 patients
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
71%155 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 175 patients
3%175 patients4/55-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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

SELMA NEPHROLOGY ASSOCIATES, PA
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
905 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 874-6053
BIO-MEDICAL APPLICATIONS OF ALABAMA, INC.
Clinic/Center (End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Treatment)
905 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 874-9021
JENNIFER HIGHTOWER CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
905 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 874-6053

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 Thomas Taylor's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Taylor is 1811962509. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 17, 2006.

Where is Thomas Taylor located?

Thomas Taylor practices at 905 Medical Center Pkwy, Selma, AL 36701. The listed phone number is (334) 874-6053.

What is Thomas Taylor's specialty?

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

Is Thomas Taylor enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Taylor 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 Thomas Taylor's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Taylor reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Vaughan Physician Practices, LLC (Selma, AL) and Selma Kidney Care Inc (Selma, 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 Thomas Taylor's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Thomas Taylor accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Thomas Taylor 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 Thomas Taylor was last updated on February 2, 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.