Monica Handy Crawford, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Monica Handy Crawford is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Anniston, AL with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Monica Handy Crawford, MD has been part of the Anniston medical community since 2007 in group practice. A Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine graduate since 2001, she brings 25+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 3176dNPPES updated 2017-09-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alabama Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.64%
Alabama avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.5 pts)
8.64% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
228
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
438
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,350
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.21M
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$728 received from industry
46 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 Monica Handy Crawford's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
25 years in practice
Experienced
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
Education & Training
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
Po Box 8133, Anniston, AL 36202-8133
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 030011
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Monica Handy Crawford
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Monica Handy Crawford for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Anniston 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 Monica Handy Crawford
Dr. Crawford is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Anniston, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (256) 240-7272.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Monica Handy Crawford
Practice Location
1900 Leighton Ave Ste 101, Anniston, AL 36207-3204
Mailing Address
Po Box 8133, Anniston, AL 36202-8133
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