Christopher John Southwood, M.D.
Neurocritical Care Psychiatry & Neurology
Christopher John Southwood is a Neurocritical Care Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Mobile, AL with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Christopher John Southwood, M.D. specializes in psychiatry & neurology, serving patients in Mobile, AL in group practice. Trained at Indiana University School of Medicine (class of 2013), he has been practicing for over 13 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and stroke (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.47/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 41% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1720 Spring Hill Ave Ste 300, Mobile, AL 36604-1409
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Alabama.
MIPS Score
202380.47/100
Alabama avg: 81.9 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in AlabamaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better79.3%
Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
192
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
90
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
213
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $38k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Stroke / TIA.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+62%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.6k received from industry
48 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Christopher John Southwood's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
Indiana University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 10, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
The medical subspecialty of Neurocritical Care is devoted to the comprehensive, multisystem care of the critically-ill neurological patient. Like other intensivists, the neurointensivist generally assumes the primary role for coordinating the care of his or her patients in the ICU, both the neurological and medical management of the patient. They may also provide consultative services for these patients as requested within the health system.
Taxonomy: 2084A2900X
Education & Training
Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
1700 Spring Hill Ave Ste 100, Mobile, AL 36604-1416
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 030043
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher John Southwood for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Mobile 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 Christopher John Southwood
NPI records show Dr. Southwood as active with telehealth listed in Mobile, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (251) 435-1200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christopher John Southwood
Practice Location
1720 Spring Hill Ave Ste 300, Mobile, AL 36604-1409
Mailing Address
1700 Spring Hill Ave Ste 100, Mobile, AL 36604-1416
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