Anthony Roland Spedale, MD

Internal Medicine

Anthony Roland Spedale is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Dothan, AL with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(334) 793-5074Dothan, AL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Anthony Roland Spedale, MD has practiced internal medicine for 28+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (class of 1998), he has been practicing for over 28 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in Alabama
  • Uses generic medications more than 25% of reporting doctors in Alabama
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 137 Internal Medicine providers in ALSee all Internal Medicine in Dothan28+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 2024dNPPES updated 2020-11-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alabama Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

210 Westside Dr, Dothan, AL 36303-1928

Fax: (334) 793-6460
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

4.19%

Alabama avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.9 pts)

4.19% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

83.3%

Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.5 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

198

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

238

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

8,020

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.19M

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+23%)55%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+3%)52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+4%)38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-1%)33%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
Lower than avg (-1%)21%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+3%)21%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$1.8k received from industry

76 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Anthony Roland Spedale's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1998

    Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans

  2. Board certified · Nov 5, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 28 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1998)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

3113 Wesley Way Ste 1, Dothan, AL 36305-2004

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 020001

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Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Anthony Roland Spedale

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Anthony Roland Spedale for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Dothan 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 Anthony Roland Spedale

NPI records show Dr. Spedale as active with telehealth listed in Dothan, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (334) 793-5074.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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