Bailey Blythe Lipham, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Bailey Blythe Lipham is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Birmingham, AL with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Bailey Blythe Lipham, M.D. practices as part of a group rheumatologist practice in Birmingham, AL. With 11+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Birmingham area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 19% of reporting doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 332dNPPES updated 2025-06-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alabama Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better10.04%
Alabama avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+4.9 pts)
10.04% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better80.6%
Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
175
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
392
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,519
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.68M
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 25, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
11 years in practice
Established
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
1364 Clifton Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA 30322-1059
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 021305
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Bailey Blythe Lipham
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Bailey Blythe Lipham for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — 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 Bailey Blythe Lipham
Dr. Lipham 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) 930-8347.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Bailey Blythe Lipham
Practice Location
500 22nd St S Fl 2, Birmingham, AL 35233-3110
Mailing Address
1364 Clifton Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA 30322-1059
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