JAMES BRENNEN BYRNE M.D.
NPI 1831128388
Ophthalmology - Retina Specialist in Huntsville, AL

Active since June 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
401 MERIDIAN ST N, SUITE 400, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801(256) 539-8851(256) 534-7203 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 18, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 18, 2019, Apr 10, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About James Brennen Byrne M.d. NPPES

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

JAMES BRENNEN BYRNE M.D. (NPI 1831128388) is an individual retina specialist in Huntsville, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (12006) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831128388
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0107X
Provider Legal NameJAMES BRENNEN BYRNECredential: M.D.
Location Address401 MERIDIAN ST N, SUITE 400Huntsville, AL 35801-4720
Mailing Address401 Meridian St N, Suite 400Huntsville, AL 35801-4720 · (256) 539-8851 · Fax (256) 534-7203
Fax(256) 534-7203
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateJune 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 18, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1831128388 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Retina SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0107X
License Licensed in AL · 12006
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License 12006 (AL)
401 MERIDIAN ST N, Huntsville, AL 35801

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid051550324AL

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

James Brennen Byrne 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 ID6002823713
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090428000353
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.

Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
2,170 services775 patients
Injection of drug into eye 67028
An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
1,397 services304 patients
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178
Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.
1,200 services96 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
1,168 services753 patients
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg J9035
Bevacizumab is a medication given through an injection. It's designed to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that cancer cells need to grow and spread. The 10 mg dose refers to the amount of the drug in the injection.
940 services220 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.
235 services194 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35801 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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

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

Ophthalmology (Retina Specialist)
401 MERIDIAN ST N, 400
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Ophthalmology
401 MERIDIAN ST N, SUITE 400
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
401 MERIDIAN ST N
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Ophthalmology
401 MERIDIAN ST N, SUITE 200
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Ophthalmology (Retina Specialist)
401 MERIDIAN ST N, SUITE 400
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Ophthalmology
401 MERIDIAN ST N, 200
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Ophthalmology
401 MERIDIAN ST N, STE 200
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Ophthalmology (Retina Specialist)
401 MERIDIAN ST N, STE 400
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

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 James Byrne's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Byrne is 1831128388. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 30, 2006.

Where is James Byrne located?

James Byrne practices at 401 Meridian St N Suite 400, Huntsville, AL 35801. The listed phone number is (256) 539-8851.

What is James Byrne's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0107X.

Is James Byrne enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Byrne 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 James Byrne accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and 1 other insurer list James Byrne 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 James Byrne was last updated on October 18, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.