Michael Lyerly
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Michael Lyerly is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Birmingham, AL with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael Lyerly specializes in psychiatry & neurology, serving patients in Birmingham, AL in group practice. He graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine in 2008 and has 18+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and stroke (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 22% of reporting doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 842dNPPES updated 2024-02-01 · 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.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82%
Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
60
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
25
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
117
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $15k
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 2008
University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine
18 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of Alabama School of Medicine (Class of 2008)
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 021305
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Michael Lyerly
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Lyerly 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 Michael Lyerly
Dr. Lyerly 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: (800) 822-8816.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael Lyerly
Practice Location
1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-1801
Mailing Address
1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-1801
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