James Chang, M.D.
NPI 1053501916 · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Jersey City, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Chang, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician provider in Jersey City, NJ (NPI 1053501916).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053501916
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA08717800 (NJ)
Specialties & taxonomies
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianPrimary2081P2900XLicense 25MA08717800 (NJ)
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
1,945 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 662 | $104 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 249 | $97 |
| Nerve Conduction, 9-10 Studies95911 | 234 | $226 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 226 | $138 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 150 | $179 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 102 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 98 | 13 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Percocet | 46 | — |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 39 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl | 37 | — |
| Pregabalin | 34 | — |
| Gabapentin | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$321 across 18 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)
- 605 Broad Ave Ste 201Ridgefield, NJ 07657-1604Phone: (201) 943-7670Fax: (201) 943-7675
- 3077 Hylan BlvdStaten Island, NY 10306-4113Phone: (201) 943-7670Fax: (201) 943-7675
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-07-26
- Last updated
- 2019-12-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Chang's NPI number?
- James Chang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053501916, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Chang's specialty?
- James Chang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Chang located?
- James Chang's practice location on file with NPPES is 3144 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07306-3524.
- What is James Chang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Chang is (201) 792-9339.
- Does James Chang accept Medicare?
- James Chang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Chang's NPI active?
- Yes — James Chang's NPI (1053501916) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-12-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.