Jeffrey W Nix, M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
Jeffrey W Nix, M.D. has been part of the Birmingham medical community since 2007 in independent practice. Trained at University of Kentucky College of Medicine (class of 2006), he has been practicing for over 20 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer. CMS MIPS quality score: 96.25/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 825dNPPES updated 2024-02-01 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 83% of doctors in Alabama on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202396.25/100
Alabama avg: 81.9 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.7 pts)
Better than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in AlabamaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better18.46%
Alabama avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+13.4 pts)
18.46% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
268
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
63
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
130
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $9k
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 Cancer.
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
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+44%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$9.7k received from industry
34 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Jeffrey W Nix's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 15, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
20 years in practice
Experienced
An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.
Taxonomy: 390200000X
Education & Training
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
Po Box 55310, Birmingham, AL 35255-5310
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 020017
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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 Jeffrey W Nix for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — 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 Jeffrey W Nix
Dr. Nix 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) 945-0254.
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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Practice Location
2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-2110
Mailing Address
Po Box 55310, Birmingham, AL 35255-5310
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