William Langley Pridgen, M.D.
William Langley Pridgen is a Surgery specialist based in Tuscaloosa, AL with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across AL can see William Langley Pridgen, M.D. in person in Tuscaloosa or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (class of 1986), he has been practicing for over 40 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 79% of reporting doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3565dNPPES updated 2016-08-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alabama Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1837 Commons North Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-3700
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better15.98%
Alabama avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+10.9 pts)
15.98% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.7%
Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.9 pts)
Better than 79% of reporting doctors in AlabamaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
117
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
174
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,884
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $347k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$563 received from industry
8 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 William Langley Pridgen's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 030030
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Surgery Care With William Langley Pridgen
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with William Langley Pridgen for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Tuscaloosa 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 William Langley Pridgen
NPI records show Dr. Pridgen as active with telehealth listed in Tuscaloosa, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (205) 366-0696.
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 William Langley Pridgen
Practice Location
1837 Commons North Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-3700
Mailing Address
1837 Commons North Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-3700
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