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Dr. James C. Grotting, MD, FACS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Birmingham, Alabama

Dr. James C. Grotting, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Birmingham, Alabama
NPI: 1528119518· License: 12114 (AL) verify
Industry payments (2025): $442 across 3 payments (what this means)
4.5(1310 ratings)

Consultation $125

In Dr. James C. Grotting's own words

How Dr. James C. Grotting describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • Sincere gratitude to Alana and Vicki for all they do every day to serve our patients

Specialization

  • Specializes in aesthetic surgery.

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About

Dr. James C. Grotting is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. He specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery of the face, breast, and body, performing procedures such as breast augmentation, tummy tucks, facelifts, and eyelid surgery. Dr. Grotting also utilizes specific techniques like the Delta Facelift, Deep Cervicoplasty, and the Hemostatic Net Procedure. He notes that concerns like a heavy neck, which can be genetic, can be addressed if they bother an individual. For skincare, he recommends ZO Growth Factor Serum as an effective anti-aging option suitable for all skin types. The practice emphasizes its quality through its dedicated staff, including Alana and Vicki, who serve patients daily. Dr. Grotting has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 25 consecutive years and has held leadership positions as Immediate Past Chair of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Past President of The Aesthetic Society, and Past Chair of the Board of Trustees for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. James C. Grotting, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Coolmini

$800

1 patient report · 2019

Below typicalTypical nationally: $1,000–$1,500 (median $1,000, 13 reports) compare ↗

Eyelid Surgery

$3,600

1 patient report · 2019

About typicalTypical nationally: $3,000–$6,200 (median $4,225, 338 reports) compare ↗

Breast Augmentation

$6,988

Average of 2 patient reports · 2019

Above typicalTypical in Birmingham: $5,100–$6,500 (median $5,500, 5 reports) compare ↗

Breast Reduction

$8,500

1 patient report · 2017

About typicalTypical in Alabama: $6,000–$11,000 (median $8,500, 5 reports) compare ↗

Facelift

$16,000

Average of 2 patient reports · 2015

About typicalTypical nationally: $9,050–$17,977 (median $12,101, 282 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. James C. Grotting

Sourced directly from Dr. James C. Grotting's social posts and replies.

What causes a heavy neck?
A heavy neck is often genetic.
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Can a heavy neck be treated?
Yes, a heavy neck can be fixed if it bothers the individual.
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What is the typical recovery timeline for a delta facelift, deep cervicoplasty, chin augmentation, and upper blepharoplasty?
Patients are typically three months out from these combined procedures to see significant results.
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From Dr. James C. Grotting's Instagram

@grottingplasticsurgery →

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Technologies & brands Dr. James C. Grotting mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. James C. Grotting's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

InjectablesPRP
Skincare techHydraFacial
SkincareZO Skin Health

Patient Experience

Dr. James C. Grotting Review Summary

4.8
Dr. Grotting has exceptional ratings across multiple platforms. He boasts a near-perfect 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews, with similar scores on Google and Yelp, and a solid 4.5 on Amazon for his published work. Patients consistently praise his skill and artistry.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

5 out of 5

Based on 1 reviews

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amazon.com

4.5 out of 5

Based on 3900 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.9 out of 5

Based on 28 reviews

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Dr. James C. Grotting, MD, FACS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Birmingham, Alabama

Grotting Plastic Surgery

1 Inverness Center Pkwy Suite 100, Birmingham, Alabama

(205) 930-1600

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $125

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

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Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$442

Payments

3

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. James C. Grotting received $442 across 3 payments in 2025. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was ABBVIE INC..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Patient Awards

Top Plastic Surgeon

Insurance Information

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Phone: (205) 930-1600

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Location & Contact Information

Grotting Plastic Surgery

1 Inverness Center Pkwy Suite 100

Birmingham, Alabama 35242

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Office Information

Phone: (205) 930-1600

Where does Dr. James C. Grotting practice?

Doctor's Office

Grotting Plastic Surgery (Primary)

1 Inverness Center Pkwy Suite 100, Birmingham, Alabama 35242

(23 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

Clinical Professor Of Plastic Surgery At The University Of Alabama At Birmingham
Clinical Professor Of Plastic Surgery At The University Of Wisconsin, Madison

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. James C. Grotting online?
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Does Dr. James C. Grotting offer telehealth?
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What do patients have to say about Dr. James C. Grotting?
Patient reviews highlight Dr. Grotting's positive impact on various cosmetic concerns. Patients mention successful outcomes with breast augmentations (including smaller sizes for younger patients), eyelid surgery for addressing dark circles and bags, tummy tucks, breast lifts, facelifts, and even combined procedures. Overall, patients express satisfaction with his artistry and skill, describing him as "incredible."
What areas of care does Dr. James C. Grotting cater to?
Dr. Grotting specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery, focusing on the face, breast, and body. His expertise covers a wide range of procedures, including breast augmentation, reduction, and implant removal; tummy tucks; facelifts; eyelid surgery; and mommy makeovers. He also has experience in reconstructive surgery, though his primary focus is aesthetics. Recommends ZO Growth Factor Serum as an effective anti-aging serum suitable for all skin types.