James Gordon, M.D.
NPI 1255388500 · Otolaryngology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Gordon, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1255388500).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255388500
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 28386 (AZ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,274 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 333 | $87 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 298 | $178 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 136 | $108 |
| Ct Scan of Face Without Contrast70486 | 112 | $39 |
| Biopsy Or Removal of Nasal Polyp Or Tissue Using an Endoscope31237 | 71 | $365 |
| Dilation of Nasal Sinus Using an Endoscope31295 | 68 | $2,070 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 41 | 35 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 30 | 21 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 29 | 15 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 29 | 20 |
| Meloxicam | 17 | — |
| Prednisone | 16 | 13 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$600 across 21 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
- 2006-05-30
- Last updated
- 2008-07-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Gordon's NPI number?
- James Gordon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255388500, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Gordon's specialty?
- James Gordon is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Gordon located?
- James Gordon's practice location on file with NPPES is 1775 W Saint Marys Rd, Tucson, AZ 85745-2696.
- What is James Gordon's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Gordon is (520) 792-2170.
- Does James Gordon accept Medicare?
- James Gordon is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Gordon's NPI active?
- Yes — James Gordon's NPI (1255388500) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-07-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.