Richard Rosenthal
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Richard Rosenthal is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Birmingham, AL with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 34 years in internal medicine, Richard Rosenthal is a long-established endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist in Birmingham. A University of Alabama School of Medicine graduate since 1992, he brings 34+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
Older · 1060dNPPES updated 2023-06-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alabama Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better39.7%
Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-43.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
223
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
260
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,530
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $601k
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$367 received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Richard Rosenthal's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
University of Alabama School of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 021305
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Richard Rosenthal
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Rosenthal for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Richard Rosenthal
NPI records show Dr. Rosenthal as active 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 Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard Rosenthal
Practice Location
1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-1801
Mailing Address
1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-1801
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