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DR. JIMMY SAWYER TU M.D.
NPI 1942313861
Emergency Medicine in Tuscaloosa, AL

Active since August 16, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1251 MCFARLAND BLVD NE, TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406(205) 349-2323(205) 349-1155 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. Jimmy Sawyer Tu M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JIMMY SAWYER TU M.D. (NPI 1942313861) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (12148) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942313861
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JIMMY SAWYER TUCredential: M.D.
Location Address1251 MCFARLAND BLVD NETuscaloosa, AL 35406-2205
Mailing Address2330 University Blvd, Suite 501Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-1599 · (205) 344-9021 · Fax (205) 344-9031
Phone(205) 349-2323
Fax(205) 349-1155
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 2025
✔ NPI 1942313861 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 12148
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.
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 12148 (AL)

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Jimmy Sawyer Tu M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Jimmy Tu reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Paragon Contracting Services LLC
Emergency Medicine
810 SAINT VINCENTS DR
Birmingham, AL 35205
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 646 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1225071459 (205) 939-7100
Relias Emergency Medicine Specialists Of Northport, LLC
Emergency Medicine
2700 HOSPITAL DR
Northport, AL 35476
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 118 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1699261149 (662) 432-4106

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.

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.
227 services213 patients
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.
171 services160 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
33 services33 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.
18 services17 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.
13 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35406 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 4

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

FORD FOOT INSTITUTE
Podiatrist
1251 MCFARLAND BLVD NE
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 464-9619
WEST ALABAMA FAMILY PHYSICIANS
Family Medicine
1251 MCFARLAND BLVD NE
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 349-2323
DR. JOHN D SHEPPARD MD
Emergency Medicine
1251 MCFARLAND BLVD NE
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 349-2323
MRS. AMY CHUNG ROHRER NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1251 MCFARLAND BLVD NE
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa County (205) 349-2323

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 Jimmy Tu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jimmy Tu is 1942313861. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 16, 2006.

Where is Jimmy Tu located?

Jimmy Tu practices at 1251 Mcfarland Blvd NE, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406. The listed phone number is (205) 349-2323.

What is Jimmy Tu's specialty?

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

Is Jimmy Tu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jimmy Tu is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Jimmy Tu's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Jimmy Tu reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Paragon Contracting Services LLC (Birmingham, AL) and Relias Emergency Medicine Specialists Of Northport, LLC (Northport, 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 Jimmy Tu's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Jimmy Tu accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Jimmy Tu 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 Jimmy Tu was last updated on September 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.