Kirk James, MD
NPI 1235438870 · Dermatology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kirk James, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1235438870).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235438870
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2015-00877 (NC)
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
15 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
2,765 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,190 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 433 | $123 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 397 | $53 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 202 | $88 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 135 | $102 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mometasone Furoate | 170 | 113 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 128 | 69 |
| Ammonium Lactate | 111 | 62 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 86 | 37 |
| Ketoconazole | 76 | 35 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 73 | — |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 71 | 48 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$709 across 22 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)
- 4525 Cameron Valley PkwyCharlotte, NC 28211-4369Phone: (704) 355-5100
- 3025 Springbank LnSte 100Charlotte, NC 28226-3362Phone: (704) 446-2620
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-03-22
- Last updated
- 2024-07-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kirk James's NPI number?
- Kirk James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235438870, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kirk James's specialty?
- Kirk James is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kirk James located?
- Kirk James's practice location on file with NPPES is 4525 Cameron Valley Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28211-4369.
- What is Kirk James's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kirk James is (704) 355-5100.
- Does Kirk James accept Medicare?
- Kirk James is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kirk James's NPI active?
- Yes — Kirk James's NPI (1235438870) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.