Physician Profile
Larry B. Thead, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Thead
Based in Saraland, AL, Larry B. Thead, M.D. is listed in the NPI registry under family medicine. Larry graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine in 1979. Medicare claims data shows Larry provided 4,403 services to 1,625 patients. The services billed most often include established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more, injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg, and insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (251) 675-4733
- Email not available
Practice Locations
95 SHELL RD
Saraland, AL 36571
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Family Medicine generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Allergies
- Diabetes
- Flu
- Hypothyroidism
- Strep throat
- UTI
Cardiometabolic
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
Digestive
- Acid reflux
- IBS
Genitourinary and reproductive
- Erectile dysfunction
- Heavy periods
Musculoskeletal and pain
- Gout
- Heel pain
Neurologic and behavioral
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Migraines
Respiratory and infectious
- Acute bronchitis
- Asthma
- Sinus infection
Skin
- Acne
- Eczema
Common childhood and ear conditions
- Ear infection
- Pink eye
Pain & Joints
- Arthritis
- Back pain
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Annual physical
- Blood test
- Flu shot
- Medicare wellness visit
- Sick visit
- TB test
- Well-woman exam
Preventive interventions
- Birth control counseling
- Smoking cessation counseling
Screening and testing
- Cholesterol screening
- Depression screening
- Diabetes and prediabetes screening
- EKG
Diagnostic Tests
- COVID-19 testing
- Rapid Strep and Flu Swabs
- Urine Drug Screen
Exams & Screenings
- Camp and School Physical
- Pre-Op Clearance Exam
Foot and Leg Pain
- Toenail Fungus Treatment
Heart & Circulation
- Blood Pressure Check
Injections
- Immunotherapy
- Vitamin B12 Injections
Lungs & Breathing
- Pulmonary function test
Minor Procedures
- Burn and Wound Care
- Ingrown toenail removal
- Suture removal
Occupational Health
- DOT Physical
Office procedures
- Earwax removal
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
- Superficial foreign-body removal
Pain Management
- Joint injections
Preventive Care
- Chronic Illness Checkup
- Routine Vaccines
- Travel Vaccines And Consult
Respiratory
- Breathing Treatment
Senior Care
- Cognitive Assessment
Sexual & Reproductive Health
- STD Swabs and Screening
Skin Procedures
- Cyst Removal
- Precancerous Sun Spot Freezing
- Skin Tag Removal
- Wart Removal
Sleep Health
- At-Home Sleep Study Order
Urgent Care Procedures
- Stitches and Laceration Repair
Wellness & Weight
- Weight Management Consult
Women's Health
- Hormone Replacement Therapy Consultation
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
4,403 services · 1,625 patients · 25 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | Procedure | 36415 |
374 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine |
| X-ray of chest, 1 view | Imaging | 71045 |
86 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine |
| Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | Treatment | 96372 |
337 | More than most peers in Family Medicine |
| Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | Treatment | 93000 |
60 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine |
| Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | Drug given | J1100 |
476 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine |
| Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg | Drug given | J0696 |
366 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine |
| Injection, methylprednisolone sodium succinate, 5 mg | Drug given | J2919 |
232 | |
| Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg | Drug given | J3420 |
99 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine |
| Injection, furosemide, up to 20 mg | Drug given | J1940 |
56 | |
| Respiratory infectious agent detection by rna for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid 19), influenza a, influenza b, and respiratory syncytial virus, upper respiratory specimen, each reported as detected or not detected | 0241U |
56 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other family doctors at this location 4
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 3
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 29 related providers in 4 groups
Other family doctors in Saraland 5
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at University of South Alabama College of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1979 at University of South Alabama College of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 8
Providers in AL who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is Larry B. Thead?
Larry B. Thead is a family doctor in Saraland, AL. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Family Medicine”.
NPI registry
What is Larry B. Thead's address?
Larry B. Thead is listed at 95 Shell Rd, Saraland, AL 36571. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with Larry B. Thead?
The number on file is (251) 675-4733. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Larry B. Thead?
Larry B. Thead's National Provider Identifier is 1033177829. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Larry B. Thead train?
Larry B. Thead attended University of South Alabama College of Medicine, graduating in 1979. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Larry B. Thead have?
Larry B. Thead has 47 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1979, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does Larry B. Thead perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Larry B. Thead performs procedures including insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample; reads or performs imaging such as x-ray of chest, 1 view; provides treatments such as injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle and routine electrocardiogram using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Larry B. Thead's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Larry B. Thead. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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