James Essell, MD
NPI 1265425078 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Cincinnati, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Essell, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Cincinnati, OH (NPI 1265425078).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265425078
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 33625 (KY)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,478 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 925 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 759 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 706 | $120 |
| Gammaglobulin (immune System Protein) Measurement82784 | 488 | $9 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 477 | $16 |
| Lactate Dehydrogenase (enzyme) Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 54 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Penicillin V Potassium | 145 | 28 |
| Acyclovir | 137 | 27 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 131 | 27 |
| Acalabrutinib Maleatebrand: Calquence | 95 | 12 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 85 | 15 |
| Ibrutinibbrand: Imbruvica | 83 | — |
| Warfarin Sodium | 68 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$52,357 across 41 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
- 2005-08-26
- Last updated
- 2021-04-22
- Certified
- 2021-04-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Essell's NPI number?
- James Essell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265425078, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Essell's specialty?
- James Essell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Essell located?
- James Essell's practice location on file with NPPES is 4777 E Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236-2725.
- What is James Essell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Essell is (513) 751-2273.
- Does James Essell accept Medicare?
- James Essell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Essell's NPI active?
- Yes — James Essell's NPI (1265425078) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.