Quick answers
- Does James L. West Iii accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says James L. West Iii accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does James L. West Iii see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 339 Original Medicare patients and 2,481 services for James L. West Iii. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is James L. West Iii's NPI number?
- 1679521785. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for James L. West Iii, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 339 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 2,481 |
| Different services or procedures | 45 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 73 |
Most frequent services
- Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (J3301)935 services
- Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more (99214)644 services
- X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (72100)229 services
- Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles (20552)213 services
- X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views (72040)81 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High blood pressure75%
- High cholesterol75%
- Arthritis75%
- Ischemic heart disease40%
- Diabetes33%
- Depression29%
Hospitals where James L. West Iii works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists James L. West Iii at these hospitals (updated October 2, 2026). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians. Star rating and emergency services: Hospital General Information (CMS), data updated October 26, 2026.
- Mobile Infirmary Medical CenterMobile, AL · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 2 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 010113
- Springhill Medical CenterMobile, AL · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 3 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 010144
- USA Health HCA Providence Hospital, LLCMobile, AL · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 3 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 010090
Practice locations
Addresses where James L. West Iii is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 106 Saraland Loop, Suite 106 1Saraland, AL 36571 (251) 476‑5050
- 1711 N McKenzie St, Suite 100Foley, AL 36535 (251) 476‑5050
- 3610 Springhill Memorial Dr NMobile, AL 36608 (251) 476‑5050
- 6144 Airport BlvdMobile, AL 36608 (251) 476‑5050
- 8096 Twin Beech Rd, Unit 100Fairhope, AL 36532 (251) 476‑5050
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists James L. West Iii as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- The Orthopaedic Group PC68 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgeryprimary
Other orthopedic surgeons in Saraland
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Saraland, AL — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in The Orthopaedic Group PC
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University Of Alabama School Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1982 (44 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1679521785 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Hospital General Information — CMS, data updated October 26, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians