James Gaede, MD
NPI 1255430815 · Family Medicine Physician · Palm Springs, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Gaede, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Palm Springs, CA (NPI 1255430815).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255430815
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G86232 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
949 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 661 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 146 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 63 | $144 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 43 | $8 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 24 | $100 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 173 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 264 | 69 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 253 | 70 |
| Alprazolam | 202 | 53 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 194 | 51 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 190 | 51 |
| Losartan Potassium | 143 | 40 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-21
- Last updated
- 2026-01-21
- Certified
- 2026-01-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Gaede's NPI number?
- James Gaede's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255430815, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Gaede's specialty?
- James Gaede is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Gaede located?
- James Gaede's practice location on file with NPPES is 1555 S Palm Canyon Dr Bldg C, Palm Springs, CA 92264-8354.
- What is James Gaede's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Gaede is (760) 969-7770.
- Does James Gaede accept Medicare?
- James Gaede is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Gaede's NPI active?
- Yes — James Gaede's NPI (1255430815) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.