David James, MD
NPI 1003802497 · Family Medicine Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David James, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1003802497).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003802497
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 33465 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
921 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 184 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 165 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 118 | $80 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 113 | $13 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (covid-19)87811 | 82 | $41 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azelastine Hcl | 138 | 117 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 121 | 113 |
| Methylprednisolone | 77 | 69 |
| Cefdinir | 76 | 73 |
| Azithromycin | 50 | 47 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 45 | 31 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 38 | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$88 across 5 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 7583 Wall Triana HwyMadison, AL 35757-8327Phone: (256) 830-5777
- 12287 Highway 231 431 NMeridianville, AL 35759-1205Phone: (256) 828-1154
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-21
- Last updated
- 2022-03-06
- Certified
- 2022-03-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is David James's NPI number?
- David James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003802497, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David James's specialty?
- David James is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David James located?
- David James's practice location on file with NPPES is 46 Shields Rd, Huntsville, AL 35811-7800.
- What is David James's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David James is (256) 382-3680.
- Does David James accept Medicare?
- David James is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David James's NPI active?
- Yes — David James's NPI (1003802497) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.