DR. MICAH RILEY WHITSON M.D.
NPI 1982984431
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Birmingham, AL

Active since August 27, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
619 19TH ST S, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249(205) 934-4011 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 1, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 3, 2017, Mar 5, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Micah Riley Whitson M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MICAH RILEY WHITSON M.D. (NPI 1982984431) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (36108) and active in the NPI registry since August 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Birmingham, and is a graduate of University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982984431
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICAH RILEY WHITSONCredential: M.D.
Location Address619 19TH ST SBirmingham, AL 35249-1402
Mailing AddressPo Box 55310Birmingham, AL 35255-5310
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateAugust 27, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 1, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1982984431 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in AL · 36108
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License 269439 (NY)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License 269439 (NY)
619 19TH ST S, Birmingham, AL 35249

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11802 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233-1932 · Phone (205) 934-5105

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

Dr. Micah Riley Whitson 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 ID1052692423
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170809001024
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 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.
80 services35 patients
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.
27 services27 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.
22 services21 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.
18 services12 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.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35249 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.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
619 19TH ST S, JT N342
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
619 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249
Anesthesiology
619 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
619 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
619 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249
Pharmacist
619 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
619 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249
Emergency Medicine
619 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35249

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 Micah Whitson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Micah Whitson is 1982984431. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 27, 2011.

Where is Micah Whitson located?

Micah Whitson practices at 619 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35249. The listed phone number is (205) 934-4011.

What is Micah Whitson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Micah Whitson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Micah Whitson 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 Micah Whitson accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Micah Whitson 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 Micah Whitson was last updated on February 1, 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.