Alicia Austin, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Alicia Austin is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Birmingham, AL with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Alicia Austin, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 21+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport in 2005 and has 21+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with substance use, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4273dNPPES updated 2014-09-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alabama Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3000 Soutlake Park Suite 100, Birmingham, AL 35244
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88%
Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in AlabamaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
42
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
185
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,007
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $500k
Percentile rankings compared against 268 reporting peers in Alabama.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Substance Use Disorders, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$123 received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Alicia Austin's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport
21 years in practice
Experienced
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport (Class of 2005)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Alicia Austin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alicia Austin for substance use counseling, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Birmingham required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alicia Austin
Dr. Austin is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Birmingham, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (205) 987-0724.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Alicia Austin
Practice Location
3000 Soutlake Park Suite 100, Birmingham, AL 35244
Mailing Address
3000 Soutlake Park Suite 100, Birmingham, AL 35244
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