James Tucker, M.D.
NPI 1114186053 · Surgery Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Tucker, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1114186053).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1114186053
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MT196347 (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
18 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
356 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 40 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 39 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 39 | $8 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 37 | $128 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 30 | $129 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 107 | 49 |
| Omeprazole | 101 | 53 |
| Scopolamine | 28 | 28 |
| Sucralfate | 25 | — |
| Gabapentin | 23 | 23 |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 20 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$227 across 6 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
- 2008-06-05
- Last updated
- 2015-06-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Tucker's NPI number?
- James Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114186053, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Tucker's specialty?
- James Tucker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Tucker located?
- James Tucker's practice location on file with NPPES is 7777 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4300.
- What is James Tucker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Tucker is (225) 769-5656.
- Does James Tucker accept Medicare?
- James Tucker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Tucker's NPI active?
- Yes — James Tucker's NPI (1114186053) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-06-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.