Hugh James, M.D.
NPI 1053375592 · Surgery Physician · Spartanburg, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hugh James, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Spartanburg, SC (NPI 1053375592).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053375592
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 15633 (SC)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
332 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 83 | $174 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 71 | $214 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 31 | $118 |
| Repair of Groin Hernia Using an Endoscope49650 | 25 | $460 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 23 | $162 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 52 | 51 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 42 | 29 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 26 | 24 |
| Omeprazole | 24 | — |
| Scopolamine | 22 | 20 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 22 | — |
| Metoclopramide Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$134 across 2 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-13
- Last updated
- 2023-03-20
- Certified
- 2023-03-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hugh James's NPI number?
- Hugh James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053375592, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hugh James's specialty?
- Hugh James is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hugh James located?
- Hugh James's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 E Wood St, Spartanburg, SC 29303-3004.
- What is Hugh James's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hugh James is (864) 560-7070.
- Does Hugh James accept Medicare?
- Hugh James is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hugh James's NPI active?
- Yes — Hugh James's NPI (1053375592) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.