James Watson, M.D.
NPI 1265692784 · Gastroenterology Physician · Fall River, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Watson, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Fall River, MA (NPI 1265692784).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265692784
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 258994 (MA)
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
18 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
1,528 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 547 | $129 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 160 | $94 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 146 | $245 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 105 | $146 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 71 | $168 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 479 | 154 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 306 | 106 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 131 | 62 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 82 | 21 |
| Famotidine | 80 | 35 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 64 | 19 |
| Lubiprostone | 57 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,102 across 70 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
- 2008-06-10
- Last updated
- 2020-04-27
- Certified
- 2020-04-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Watson's NPI number?
- James Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265692784, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Watson's specialty?
- James Watson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Watson located?
- James Watson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1030 President Ave, Fall River, MA 02720-5923.
- What is James Watson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Watson is (508) 235-6349.
- Does James Watson accept Medicare?
- James Watson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Watson's NPI active?
- Yes — James Watson's NPI (1265692784) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-04-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.