Walter James, M.D.
NPI 1093912545 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter James, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1093912545).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1093912545
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101247232 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
615 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 94 | $16 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 78 | $16 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 70 | $200 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 64 | $126 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 53 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 301 | 66 |
| Prednisone | 219 | 54 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 113 | 36 |
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 89 | 16 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira Pen | 86 | 11 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 82 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-28
- Last updated
- 2015-08-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter James's NPI number?
- Walter James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093912545, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter James's specialty?
- Walter James is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter James located?
- Walter James's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-8908.
- What is Walter James's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter James is (843) 792-1414.
- Does Walter James accept Medicare?
- Walter James is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter James's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter James's NPI (1093912545) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-08-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.