James Gruden, M.D.
NPI 1245214832 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Gruden, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1245214832).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245214832
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 33278 (AZ)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
2,911 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 1,225 | $8 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 406 | $10 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 382 | $10 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 228 | $47 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 214 | $47 |
| Ct Scan of Chest With Contrast71260 | 166 | $50 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Chest With Contrast71275 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$31,161 across 5 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 (1)
- 13400 E Shea BlvdScottsdale, AZ 85259-5404Phone: (480) 301-8000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-06
- Last updated
- 2025-05-21
- Certified
- 2025-05-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Gruden's NPI number?
- James Gruden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245214832, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Gruden's specialty?
- James Gruden is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Gruden located?
- James Gruden's practice location on file with NPPES is 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429.
- What is James Gruden's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Gruden is (504) 842-3000.
- Does James Gruden accept Medicare?
- James Gruden is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Gruden's NPI active?
- Yes — James Gruden's NPI (1245214832) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.