James Ezi-Ashi, MD
NPI 1063473569 · Gastroenterology Physician · Cookeville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Ezi-Ashi, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Cookeville, TN (NPI 1063473569).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1063473569
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD417825 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,099 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 194 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 186 | $82 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 140 | $223 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 93 | $118 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High RiskG0105 | 74 | $151 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 350 | 151 |
| Cholestyramine (with Sugar)brand: Cholestyramine | 345 | 193 |
| Sucralfate | 251 | 149 |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 99 | 98 |
| Omeprazole | 91 | 41 |
| Rifaximinbrand: Xifaxan | 58 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 53 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$32 across 1 record (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 (1)
- 2501 Shenango Valley Fwy Ste 3Hermitage, PA 16148-2536Phone: (724) 983-0223Fax: (724) 983-1317
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-01
- Last updated
- 2022-05-26
- Certified
- 2022-05-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Ezi-Ashi's NPI number?
- James Ezi-Ashi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063473569, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Ezi-Ashi's specialty?
- James Ezi-Ashi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Ezi-Ashi located?
- James Ezi-Ashi's practice location on file with NPPES is 438 N Whitney Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501.
- What is James Ezi-Ashi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Ezi-Ashi is (931) 783-2616.
- Does James Ezi-Ashi accept Medicare?
- James Ezi-Ashi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Ezi-Ashi's NPI active?
- Yes — James Ezi-Ashi's NPI (1063473569) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.